NASA is planning to test a nuclear-powered rocket that would be able to take astronauts to Mars in considerably quicker time.
The space agency is working with The US government’s Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) with the aim of having the thermal rockets ready to be tried out in 2027.
"Using a nuclear thermal rocket allows for faster transit time, reducing risk for astronauts. Reducing transit time is a key component for human missions to Mars, as longer trips require more supplies and more robust systems," read a NASA statement.
