NASA's Plutonium Problem

Explore the challenges NASA faces with plutonium supplies in this 21-minute educational video from Real Engineering. Learn about the critical role of plutonium in powering deep space missions and the complex issues surrounding its production, scarcity, and alternatives. Understand the technical, political, and scientific aspects of space power systems that enable exploration beyond the reach of solar energy. The video delves into NASA's strategies for managing limited plutonium resources and the implications for future space exploration missions.