

Space Nuclear Propulsion Tech Spotlight
☢️ Space Nuclear Tech Spotlight
Description
As interest in space nuclear systems accelerates, attention is shifting from ambitious concepts to the technical and industrial challenges required to make them a reality.
This NASA SBIR Ignite Tech Spotlight brings together founders, investors, NASA subject matter experts, and members of the broader space ecosystem for a technical discussion on the technologies, supply chains, and commercial capabilities needed to enable the next generation of space nuclear power and propulsion.
Discussion Question
How do we turn space nuclear from a strategic priority into an executable capability?
The discussion will explore:
Fission Surface Power
Nuclear Electric Propulsion
Critical component technologies
Industrial base and supply chain development
Government demand signals and commercialization pathways
About the Tech Spotlight Series
NASA SBIR Ignite Tech Spotlights build on insights from our Catalyst discussions by bringing together a small group of technical experts for focused conversations around emerging technology areas.
Additional Tech Spotlights in this series include:
Space Nuclear
Drone Supply Chain
We look forward to having you join the discussion.