Radioisotope Generator (MMRTG)
AssemblyConverts decay heat from plutonium-238 into about 110 W of continuous electricity using thermocouples. A full specification article for this item is being written. Meanwhile its bill of materials and connections are below.
Bill of materials for Radioisotope Generator (MMRTG)
3 top-level lines as of r103040| # | Item / sub-assembly | Part no. | Qty/assy | Ext. qty | Parts | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GPHS Fuel Module | mars-rover-rtg-fuel-module | 8× | 8 | · | part |
| 2 | Thermocouple Bank | mars-rover-thermocouple-bank | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 3 | RTG Housing | mars-rover-rtg-housing | 1× | 1 | · | part |