Experience gained during simulated altitude testing of Apollo, Transtage, Lunar Module, and other space propulsion systems indicates that present facilities should be considered as only beginning of true space-propulsion-system, ground-test capability; typical testing problems and facility requirements for their solutions are presented; future space engine developments will require larger test facilities capable of simulating at least 10-5 torr with propulsion system operating; test units must be capable of providing proper thermal environment and must be man-rated so that test article can be operated from inside test cell.


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    Title :

    Experience with space simulation in development of space rocket propulsion systems


    Additional title:

    J Spacecraft Rockets


    Contributors:

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1968


    Size :

    5 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :



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