The Snap-Ii Power Conversion System. Dynamic Analysis. Topical Report No. 3

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SNAP II is the designation for a nuclear auxiliary power unit, designed primarily for utilization in the WS117L satellite vehicle. The SNAP II system consists of a reactor heat source, a mercury Rankin engin, and an alternator. Dynamic analysis of the power conversion system was conducted utilizing a comprehensive analog computer simulation. Feasibility of a parasitic load control for numerous system disturbances was demonstrated. (auth)

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Deibel, D. L.; Mrava, G. L. & Seldner, K. January 15, 1960.

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SNAP II is the designation for a nuclear auxiliary power unit, designed primarily for utilization in the WS117L satellite vehicle. The SNAP II system consists of a reactor heat source, a mercury Rankin engin, and an alternator. Dynamic analysis of the power conversion system was conducted utilizing a comprehensive analog computer simulation. Feasibility of a parasitic load control for numerous system disturbances was demonstrated. (auth)

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Deibel, D. L.; Mrava, G. L. & Seldner, K. The Snap-Ii Power Conversion System. Dynamic Analysis. Topical Report No. 3, report, January 15, 1960; United States. (https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc868309/: accessed November 10, 2025), University of North Texas Libraries, UNT Digital Library, https://digital.library.unt.edu; crediting UNT Libraries Government Documents Department.

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