Mobilization and Defense Management Technical Reports Series. Management Implications of Industrial Support Capabilities for Space Shuttle Operations.

Abstract

This study examines implications of Space Shuttle logistics support concepts and policies, which have been planned to rely heavily on contractor or vendor support through a substantial portion of the system's operational life, especially in the areas of spares and maintenance. The analysis focuses on the effects of open production lines and the impact on logistics support if production is completed or terminated, with ensuing shutdown of those lines. Unique characteristics of Space Shuttle support in terms of equipment, organizational roles, and funding and cost are identified; and risks associated with both operational support and funding are addressed. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1983
Accession Number
ADA137460

Entities

People

  • J. F. Reynolds
  • J. L. Graham Jr

Organizations

  • Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force Facilities
  • Contractors
  • Contracts
  • Department Of Defense
  • Economic Analysis
  • Engineers
  • Failure Mode And Effect Analysis
  • Governments
  • Inertial Measurement Units
  • Logistics
  • Logistics Support
  • Maintenance
  • Personnel Management
  • Production
  • Reliability
  • Test Equipment
  • Test Facilities

Readers

  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Technology Areas

  • Space