Scientists at Rolls-Royce are working on technology that could one day be used to power the creation of water and oxygen in space.
The engineering giant, which is headquartered in Derby, is among a number of UK developers working on the next generation of tech which could pave the way for longer human space missions as well as bases on the Moon and Mars.
Announcing a £2 million boost for 13 new projects during British Science Week, the Government said Rolls-Royce was developing “space reactor” technology using its 60-years of expertise in nuclear technology.
