ICBM Reentry Vehicle Applications

Abstract

The Reentry Vehicle Applications Program (RVAP) ensures the ICBM force is equipped with the safest, most reliable, most survivable Reentry Systems, and explores options for common, multi-mission capabilities. The program enables a responsive engineering infrastructure by developing modeling/simulation and ground and flight test platforms to support Reentry System qualifications. The program ensures the availability of long-lead components and materials while identifying life cycle cost reduction methods. In addition, the program matures and tests advanced Reentry System technologies and designs to meet future requirements. This includes studying and assessing Mk12A, Mk21, Mk21A and future ICBM Reentry System technology applications. The program leverages investments by the Science & Technology community and Navy reentry systems applications program. Testing may occur on a space available basis on Air Force and Navy Force Development Evaluation (FDE) flights.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2019
Source ID
641022_0603851F_4_3600_PB_2019

Tags

Readers

  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.
  • Missile Defense Systems.

Technology Areas

  • Space

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