PROPELLANT STORABILITY IN SPACE.
Abstract
Presented are the results and interpretation of tests performed to investigate storability of propellants in space. The purpose of the work was to demonstrate the long term storage capability of cryogenic and earth storable propellants in a simulated orbital environment. A variety of tank sizes and shapes was tested. The test articles included a simulated meteorite shield and employed advanced support techniques suitable for a low 'g' environment. A simulated sun was utilized as the source of heat input. The sun was cycled to represent the conditions in a high inclination, low altitude earth orbit. The test results were analyzed and related to the storage of actual propellants. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0603215
Entities
People
- Avi J. Cohen
- C. Lankton
- G. Gustafson
- Rotonya M. Carr
- W. Benton
Organizations
- General Electric