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What types of nuclear power systems are used in space?
What types of nuclear power systems are used in space?
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There are a few types: Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generators (RTGs) convert heat from radioactive decay into electricity, and fission reactors are designed to produce power through controlled nuclear reactions. RTGs have been used in many space missions, including Voyager and Mars rovers, while fission reactors are being explored for future missions.