The effect of the engine level integration of the alternate High Pressure Oxidizer Turbopump (HPOTP) on the performance of the Space Shuttle Main Engine (SSME) is examined with reference to the results of the current engine system ground test data analysis. In particular, attention is given to the observed steady state and transient mainstage engine system effects with respect to various engine hardware combinations. It is concluded that none of the engine system concerns eliminate the turbomump from consideration as a permanent addition to the flight program pending certification.


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    Title :

    SSME engine system integration of the alternate turbopump program


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    AIAA, SAE, ASME, and ASEE, Joint Propulsion Conference and Exhibit ; 1993 ; Monterey, CA, United States


    Publication date :

    1993-06-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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