VEHICLES FOR EXPLORATION ON MARS,

Abstract

A discussion is presented on the kinds of vehicles which might be employed for extensive exploration on Mars after landings by manned expeditions. This preliminary look is intended to answer questions concerning the feasibility of designing such vehicles; however, little effort is made to answer questions concerning the desirability of these vehicles when considered within the context of total expedition requirements. (For example, Martian orbital rendezvous vehicles might be of dual or of multi-purpose design.) The preliminary nature of the discussion is stressed. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 29, 1959
Accession Number
AD0616407

Entities

People

  • T. F. Cartaino

Organizations

  • RAND Corporation

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Rendezvous

Readers

  • Space Exploration and Orbital Mechanics.
  • Theoretical Analysis.
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • Space