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= Nuclear electric rocket
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A nuclear electric rocket (NER) is a type of spacecraft propulsion system that combines nuclear power and electric propulsion. In this system, a nuclear reactor generates heat, which is then used to produce electricity. This electricity powers electric thrusters, such as ion or Hall-effect thrusters, which expel ions or other propellant at high speeds to create thrust.