The goal of the Rocket Based Combined Cycle (RBCC) Propulsion Technology Workshop, was to impart technology information to the propulsion community with respect to hypersonic combined cycle propulsion capabilities. The major recommendation resulting from this technology workshop was as follows: conduct a systems-level applications study to define the desired propulsion system and vehicle technology requirements for LEO launch vehicles. All SSTO and TSTO options using the various propulsion systems (airbreathing combined cycle, rocket-based combined cycle, and all rocket) must be considered. Such a study should be accomplished as soon as possible. It must be conducted with a consistent set of ground rules and assumptions. Additionally, the study should be conducted before any major expenditures on a RBCC technology development program occur.
Rocket Based Combined Cycle (RBCC) Propulsion Workshop, Volume 2
1992
72 pages
Report
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Englisch
Rocket Engines & Motors , Manned Spacecraft , Air breathing engines , Hypersonic flight , Launch vehicles , Propulsion system configurations , Propulsion system performance , Single stage to orbit vehicles , Liquid air cycle engines , Rocket engine design , Space transportation , Supersonic combustion ramjet engines , Meetings