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The Brayton Cycle for Space Power
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This paper reviews the basic features of the Brayton cycle and discusses the selection of such cycle parameters as working fluid, pressure, and temperature. System performance, weight, and reliability characteristics are then considered in order to determine the suitability of this type of system for the intended space applications. It is shown that the Brayton cycle can be considered suitable for low-power solar and intermediate-power nuclear applications where low specific weight is not a critical requirement. To achieve the low specific weights required for electrical propulsion missions, turbine-inlet temperatures in the 3000 R region at power levels in the 500–1000 kw range appear to be necessary.
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Stewart, W., Glassman, A., and Krebs, R., "The Brayton Cycle for Space Power," SAE Technical Paper 630394, 1963, https://doi.org/10.4271/630394.Also In
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- Glassman Arthur J. Stewart Warner L. “A Look at the Thermodynamic Characteristics of Brayton Cycles for Space Power.” Paper 63–218, AIAA 1963
- Glassman Arthur J. Krebs Richard P. Fox Thomas A. “Brayton Cycle Nuclear Space Power Systems and Their Heat Transfer Components.” Paper 63A–57, ASME 1963