The concept of a pyro thruster, combining an automatic structural attachment with quick disconnect and thrusting capability, is described. The purpose of the invention is to simplify booster installation, disengagement, and jettison functions for the U.S. Air Force Advanced Launch Systems (ALS) program.


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    Title :

    Pyro Thruster for Performing Rocket Booster Attachment, Disconnect, and Jettison Functions


    Contributors:
    S. Hornyak (author)

    Publication date :

    1989


    Size :

    11 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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