🇷🇺 🇺🇸 🇨🇳 Nuclear Race for the Moon Russia, USA, and China compete to deploy lunar nuclear reactors. NASA seeks a reactor ready for launch by December 2030 to operate autonomously at the Moon's south pole. Russia & China Moscow leads the joint program, planning the Selena reactor by 2036. It will power future stations for 10 years. NYT notes Russia's experience with 30+ orbital reactors and fuel stocks. Risks & Fuel Reactors remain inactive during launch to minimize accident risks. However, scientists warn of potential radioactive contamination from crashes or uncontrolled returns. The US faces a shortage of HALEU fuel, as Russia is the top producer and supplies are banned. @Slavyangrad