Hybrid Propulsion Technology Program [PDF]
Future launch systems of the United States will require improvements in booster safety, reliability, and cost. In order to increase payload capabilities, performance improvements are also desirable.
Holzman, A. L., Jensen, G. E.
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Final design report of a personnel launch system and a family of heavy lift launch vehicles [PDF]
The objective was to design both a Personnel Launch System (PLS) and a family of Heavy Lift Launch Vehicles (FHLLVs) that provide low cost and efficient operation in missions not suited for the Shuttle.
Burton, Lee +7 more
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Analysis of quasi-hybrid solid rocket booster concepts for advanced earth-to-orbit vehicles [PDF]
A study was conducted to assess the feasibility of quasi-hybrid solid rocket boosters for advanced Earth-to-orbit vehicles. Thermochemical calculations were conducted to determine the effect of liquid hydrogen addition, solids composition change plus ...
Andreev T. +7 more
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AN OPTIMIZED HYBRID ROCKET MOTOR FOR THE SARA PLATFORM REENTRY SYSTEM DOI 10.5028/jatm.2012.04032312
Journal of Aerospace Technology and Management, 2012 This paper has described a system design process, based on a multidisciplinary optimization technique, of a conceptual optimized hybrid propellant rocket motor. The proposed engine could be a technological option for the reentry maneuvering system of the
Pedro Luiz Kaled Da Cás +3 more
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Advanced rocket propulsion [PDF]
Existing NASA research contracts are supporting development of advanced reinforced polymer and metal matrix composites for use in liquid rocket engines of the future.
Obrien, Charles J.
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Impact of radiation dose on nuclear shuttle configuration [PDF]
, 1972 The impact of nuclear radiation (from the NERVA propulsion system) on the selection of a reference configuration for each of two classes of the reusable nuclear shuttle is considered.
Billings, M. A., Goetz, C. A.
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Advanced research and technology programs for advanced high-pressure oxygen-hydrogen rocket propulsion [PDF]
A research and technology program for advanced high pressure, oxygen-hydrogen rocket propulsion technology is presently being pursued by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to establish the basic discipline technologies, develop the ...
Marsik, S. J., Morea, S. F.
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Investigation of the starting transients of high performance solid-propellant motors [PDF]
The starting transients of solid propellant engines were investigated to develop design principles for predicting transients in high performance igniter and engine configurations.
Caveny, L. H., Summerfield, M.
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Using Hydrogen Peroxide for Rocket Fuel Tank Pressurization: Innovations, Advantages, and Challenges
Challenges and Issues of Modern ScienceThis paper explores the innovative use of hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) as a pressurizing agent for rocket fuel tanks, highlighting its potential to enhance efficiency and performance in rocket propulsion systems.
Mykhailo Vorobei, Mykola Bondarenko
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Nuclear thermal/nuclear electric hybrids [PDF]
A description is given of the nuclear thermal and nuclear electric hybrid. The specifications are described along with its mission performance.
Reid, B. D.
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