Tuesday, August 7, 2012

ANS Update 8/7

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Converting heat into electricity without moving parts

By radams on Aug 07, 2012 01:00 am

by Rod Adams I’ve been fascinated by nuclear batteries – also known as radioisotope thermal generators or RTGs - since I first saw a pacemaker battery in an exhibit at the Maryland Science Museum. As my wife and children will testify, I … Continue reading
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Nuclear-powered Mars rover Curiosity lands safely

By pbowersox on Aug 06, 2012 04:30 pm

The nuclear-powered roving robotic laboratory Curiosity touched down early on August 6, and is beaming back images while undergoing system checks. The Curiosity landing has generated worldwide interest, including interest in its plutonium power source. A short internet news roundup highlighting Curiosity‘s … Continue reading
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