Rocket Propulsion Technology
Abstract
This project develops rocket propulsion technologies for space access, space maneuver, the sustainment of strategic systems (including solid boost/missile propulsion, post boost control, aging and surveillance efforts), and tactical missiles. Analytical and experimental areas of emphasis are propellants, propellant management, combustion, rocket material applications, technology for sustainment of strategic systems, and innovative space propulsion concepts. Technologies of interest will improve reliability, performance, survivability, affordability, and environmental compatibility of these systems. Develop technologies to reduce the weight and cost of components using new materials and improved designs and manufacturing techniques. All efforts in this project contribute to the sustainment of the rocket propulsion industry, providing rocket propulsion technology for the entire Department of Defense (DoD). Technologies under this project enable capabilities of interest to both DoD and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Tasks include: modeling and simulation; proof of concept tests of critical components; advanced component development; and ground-based tests. Aging and surveillance tasks could reduce lifetime prediction uncertainties for individual motors by 50%, enabling motor replacement for cause. All thrusts are part of the Rocket Propulsion 21 (RP21) collaboration and are reviewed by a DoD level steering committee yearly for relevance to DoD missions and progress towards RP21 Goals. In FY 2022, the work and funding associated with space technology research in Program 0602203F, Aerospace Propulsion, Project 624847, Rocket Propulsion Technology, are transferred to Appropriation 3620F, Research, Development, Test & Evaluation, Space Force, Program 1206601SF, Project 624847, Rocket Propulsion Technology, due to the creation of a new Appropriation for Space Force. In FY 2022, the work and funding associated with missile rocket propulsion technologies in Program 0602203F, Aerospace Propulsion are transferred from Project 624847, Rocket Propulsion Technology to Project 625171, Missile Rocket Propulsion Technology due to the creation of a new Appropriation for Space Force.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2023
- Source ID
- 624847_0602203F_2_3600_PB_2023
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