The competing auxiliary propulsion concepts for the reusable space shuttle vehicle are defined. The concepts are compared on the basis of selection criteria such as weight, reliability, and technology requirements. Propulsion systems using both cryogenic oxygen-hydrogen and earth storable propellants were con-sidered. Three high value oxygen-hydrogen reaction control system concepts were evaluated. The final comparisons demonstrate that all three concepts are viable design approaches. The flexibility and growth potential of the parallel concept are considered to provide an advantage over the series concept. (Author)
Space Shuttle Auxiliary Propulsion System Design Study. Phase B Report Candidate Rcs Concept Comparisons
1972
223 pages
Report
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English
Space Shuttle Auxiliary Propulsion System Design Study
NTIS | 1971
|Space shuttle auxiliary propulsion system design study
NTRS | 1971
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