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AI is making spacecraft propulsion more efficient – and could even lead to nuclear-powered rockets
AI is making spacecraft propulsion more efficient – and could even lead to nuclear-powered rockets Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming spacecraft propulsion by optimizing nuclear thermal engines, managing complex plasma confinement in fusion systems, and improving overall efficiency. Machine learning and reinforcement learning are key AI technologies being used to develop and operate advanced propulsion […]
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Engineering students explore how to ethically design and locate nuclear facilities in this college course
Engineering students explore how to ethically design and locate nuclear facilities in this college course While nuclear power can reap enormous benefits, it also comes with some risks. Michel Gounot/GODONG/Stone via Getty Images Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teaching. Title of course: Socially Engaged Design of […]
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