A Q-Gert Analysis of the Space Shuttle Ground Turnaround System at Vandenberg Air Force Base.
Abstract
The efficient ground turnaround of the Space Shuttle is critical to the execution of national policies. Research identified four major subsystems within the Vandenberg Ground Turnaround System; the Orbiter Maintenance Subsystem, External Tank Subsystem, Solid Rocket Booster Subsystem, and Launch Pad Subsystem. A Q-GERT simulation of the ground Turnaround System was conducted to investigate the system and observe the interactions between the major subsystems. The Q-GERT model simulated the integration of Space Shuttle components to determine the subsystem most sensitive to change. The results indicate the Launch Pad Subsystem is the most critical in the Vandenberg Ground Turnaround System. However, further research is recommended in areas of logistics support, spares availability, and transportation of components.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1982
- Accession Number
- ADA123808
Entities
People
- Steven Graham
- Terry W. Jones
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology