Combined_nuclear_and_steam_propulsion

Combined nuclear and steam propulsion

Combined nuclear and steam propulsion

Marine propulsion system

Combined nuclear and steam propulsion system (CONAS) is used on the Kirov-class guided missile cruisers.

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Complementary to the nuclear component, there are two conventional boilers installed as a backup in case of reactor failure. Both components can drive two geared steam turbines, generating 120,000 hp (89 MW), at two prop shafts.[1]

References

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    V.P. Kuzin, "Type 1144 Nuclear Guided Missile Cruisers", "Typhoon" almanac, 1-4 1999 Archived 2007-11-23 at the Wayback Machine
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