NASA outlines new plans for nuclear rocket, cutting travel time to Mars
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NASA's Nuclear Rocket Could Shorten Trip to Mars to 45 Days
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NASA's Nuclear Rocket Could Shorten Trip to Mars to 45 Days
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NASA outlines new plans for nuclear rocket, cutting travel time to Mars
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