| タイトル | Beyond low earth orbit - An overview of orbit-to-orbit stages |
| 著者（英） | Loftus, J. P., Jr.; Brasher, W. L. |
| 著者所属（英） | NASA Johnson Space Center |
| 発行日 | 1985-10-01 |
| 言語 | eng |
| 内容記述 | New developments in upper stages are discussed. Tables revealing the dimensions, engine types, total thrust, weight, payload, and sponsor for developed and planned upper stages compatible with Space Transportation System (STS) or expendable launch vehicles are presented. An example of STS delivery capability to the Space Station at various orbital altitudes is provided. The use of aerobraking as the propulsion strategy for reusable stages is investigated. Various methods of controlling spent stages and maintaining a fragment free space environment are described. Storable propellant transfer systems and handling techniques for cryogens are studied. |
| NASA分類 | SPACE TRANSPORTATION |
| レポートNO | 86A15699
IAF PAPER 85-141 |
| 権利 | Copyright |
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