Can a Reusable Nuclear Pulse Propelled Craft Be Made?

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A reusable nuclear pulse propulsion craft, akin to Project Orion, is theoretically possible but faces significant challenges, including legal restrictions against deploying nuclear weapons in space under the Outer Space Treaty. The feasibility of such a craft is hindered by the complexities of managing fissile materials and the environmental implications. Fallout from nuclear detonations would vary based on the yield of the explosions, with potential for significant environmental impact. The concept remains largely theoretical and is not taken seriously in contemporary aerospace discussions. Overall, while intriguing, the practical implementation of nuclear pulse propulsion is fraught with obstacles.
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Hello, my name is Alexander Radchik and I have always wanted to be an atomic play boy.
Given the lack of easily obtainable fissile material I have had humble myself to the theoretical use bombs for things that make sense. Regarding my query, I have 2 questions.
1) could a reusable nuclear pulse propelled craft be made, why, why not?
2) explain what you think would be the maximum sustained fall out
Thank you
Alexander
 
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Hello, my name is Alexander Radchik and I have always wanted to be an atomic play boy.
Given the lack of easily obtainable fissile material I have had humble myself to the theoretical use bombs for things that make sense. Regarding my query, I have 2 questions.
1) could a reusable nuclear pulse propelled craft be made, why, why not?
2) explain what you think would be the maximum sustained fall out
Thank you
Alexander
One is describing a system similar to Project Orion - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_Orion_(nuclear_propulsion)

Fallout would depend on yield. The concept is not take seriously, and the deployment of nuclear weapons in space is effectively banned.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_Space_Treaty
 
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