Comparison of dynamic isotope power systems for distributed planetary surface applications
David J. Bents, Barbara I. McKissock, Colleen A. Withrow, James C. Hanlon, Paul C. Schmitz · AIP conference proceedings · 1991
To support the Space Exploration Initiative, a study was performed to investigate and characterize dynamic isotope power system (DIPS) alternatives for the surface mission elements associated with a lunar base and subsequent manned Mars expedition.