Feasibility of Interstellar Travel [PDF]
, 1962 The feasibility of interstellar flight is discussed. Mathematical equations for single-stage and multistage rocket propulsion are developed; velocity data and transit times are presented. The conclusions indicate that interstellar travel is theoretically
Jaffe, Leonard D., Spencer, Dwain F.
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Beyond the horizon: Why space biology is the next great innovation opportunity
Experimental Physiology, EarlyView.
Carina Kern, Keith Siew
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Effect of Varying Design Options on the Transient Behavior of a Hybrid Rocket Motor
Journal of Aerospace Technology and Management, 2014 Hybrid rockets provide compelling features for use in atmospheric and space rocket propulsion. One of the prominent applications of hybrid rockets which foster on its characteristics is the propulsion of micro air launch vehicles. In this paper, a set of
Raed Kafafy +2 more
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Modified double base propellants containing RDX with zero burning rate temperature coefficient
Energetic Materials FrontiersLow temperature sensitivity coefficients are of great significance for improving the combustion stability of modified double-base propellants (MDBPs) under sensitive environmental conditions.
Chao Zhang +4 more
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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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Numerical Analysis of Solid Rocket Motor Instabilities With AP Composite Propellants [PDF]
, 1999 A non-steady model for the combustion of ammonium perchlorate composite propellants has been developed in order to be incorporated into a comprehensive gasdynamics model of solid rocket motor flow fields.
Beddini, Robert A. +3 more
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Rocket science unveiled: A differential equation exploration of motion
AlifmatikaThrough the perspective of differential equations, the report "Rocket Science Unveiled" explores the amazing invention of rocket propulsion. In order to study, comprehend, and forecast the behavior of rocket engines, differential equations are essential.
Pravesh Sharma +3 more
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Operationally Efficient Propulsion System Study (OEPSS) data book. Volume 4: OEPSS design concepts [PDF]
This study was initiated to identify operations problems and cost drivers for current propulsion systems and to identify technology and design approaches to increase the operational efficiency and reduce operations costs for future propulsion systems. To
Farhangi, Shahram +2 more
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Trajectory-correction propulsion system Patent [PDF]
, 1966 Spacecraft trajectory correction propulsion ...
Schmitz, B. W., Smith, W. W.
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Combustion of Date Stone and Jojoba Solid Waste in a Hybrid Rocket-like Combustion Chamber
AerospaceThe performance of two solid biomass wastes, date stone and jojoba solid waste, was experimentally examined for their potential application in combustion and propulsion systems.
Saleh B. Alsaidi +2 more
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