At the Space Launcher System Analysis (SART) department of DLR-Cologne, a hypersonic spaceplane for passenger transportation is being investigated. The spaceplane is called the “SpaceLiner”. The vehicle performs its rocket powered, intercontinental flight via a suborbital trajectory. The major challenge is the aerodynamic heating of the vehicle. This is discussed, and a possible solution for handling the extreme heatloads will be presented. The solution involves an innovative new way of transpiration cooling, using liquid water.
Transpiration Cooling Methods for the SpaceLiner
01.01.2008
16 pages
Aufsatz/Kapitel (Buch)
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch
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