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Re: Request info about on Rad Batteries



I don't have any specific infomation.  However, it may help to know that these
devices are generally known as "SNAP" ("systems nuclear auxiliary power")
sources.  They generally use Pu-238.  It may be useful to search the Web sites
of the various national laboratories, which can be accessed thru:  "
www.doe.gov".

The opinions expressed are strictly mine.
It's not about dose, it's about trust.

Bill Lipton
liptonw@dteenergy.com


John Pickering wrote:

> Info is needed on radioactive batteries and/or radioactive materials used as
> a power source in such items as space equipment. One of our students
> (Nuclear Chemistry) is doing a report on the use of radioactive sources used
> as batteries. The student found very little information on the internet
> (which is the primary resource for this class). Can anyone refer me to an
> information source or have knowledge they can share?
>
> His report will be due by Monday morning.
>
> My email is johnjp@email.sjsu.edu
> My fax is (408) 924-5037
>
> Many thanks. This group has become very useful for our classes to locate
> information.
>
> John Pickering
> San Jose State University
>
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