Framatome Space

Framatome Space
Description: Framatome Space is a subsidiary of Framatome, established to leverage over 65 years of nuclear and industrial expertise for the space industry. The company focuses on developing nuclear technologies to enhance space exploration and habitation, including nuclear propulsion and power generation systems.
Vision:
To be a key player in the space industry's transition towards nuclear-powered technologies, facilitating sustainable human presence beyond Earth.
Mission:
To contribute to the advancement of space exploration by providing innovative nuclear solutions that enable faster and more efficient space missions.
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Key Milestones:
  • 2023: Framatome announced the creation of Framatome Space, marking its official entry into the space industry.
  • 2023: October 2023: Initiated a feasibility study on nuclear-thermal propulsion in collaboration with CEA and ArianeGroup.
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  • Nuclear Propulsion Systems: Framatome Space is collaborating with the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) and ArianeGroup on a feasibility study for a nuclear-thermal propulsion engine. This engine aims to heat liquid hydrogen by passing it through a nuclear reactor core, converting it into high-temperature gas to generate thrust. Such a system could achieve efficiency two to three times greater than traditional chemical propulsion and potentially halve travel time to Mars from six to three months.
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