This study considers emergency escape vehicles (EEV) design for Space Shuttles. The proposed EEV has the reverse Apollo-style cone configuration, contains a manned gyro-stabilized suspension rotator sphere, and has a collapsible module. Therefore, it gives astronauts a high permissible gravitational loading and survivability. The proposed EEV has high volumetric efficiency and is removable, so the Space Shuttle still can carry a large payload. The designs of the EEV system greatly extend the lifespan of the remaining space shuttle fleet indeed.
Emergency escape vehicles and mechanisms for space shuttles
2004 IEEE Aerospace Conference Proceedings (IEEE Cat. No.04TH8720) ; 4 ; 2631-2640 Vol.4
2004-01-01
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7.1203 Emergency Escape Vehicles and Mechanisms for Space Shuttles
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