Russia is building a nuclear engine for space

Formed center of innovation "Skolkovo", despite the criticism of many Russians, yet to bear fruit, Nala. I must say that these fruits are not yet tangible, but in the next few years, they are likely to become so. Thus, from the representatives of the nuclear units of the fund, it was reported that over the next five years they are going to create a nuclear engine, which can be used for space flights.

Creating a domestic nuclear engine at the moment remains one of the earliest stages, the stages of testing different types of nuclear fuel. Immediately after the experts choose the most suitable fuel, immediately start the construction of some of the nodes directly to the engine. In 2014, scientists plan to begin ground testing of a new installation, and all work must be completed even before 2017.