A new solid fuel formulation called SP7 was developed for application in a hybrid rocket propulsion system for a potential Mars Ascent Vehicle (MAV). The new fuel offers good propulsive performance (Isp) while meeting the storage and operation requirements placed upon the proposed mission. Mixed Oxides of Nitrogen (MON) are selected for the oxidizer due to the low freezing points possible with these materials. The low temperature capabilities of the fuel and oxidizer reduce the required energy associated with thermal management systems. Evaluation of the propulsive performance of SP7 was completed with two oxidizers, N2O and MON, in a 2.7-in hybrid rocket motor. In addition to the baseline fuel, metallized formulations with 20% by weight aluminum particles were also tested. Ignition and stable combustion were demonstrated with both oxidizers over a wide range of operating conditions. Static test firing of SP7 demonstrated the ability for this fuel to meet the propulsion requirements of the as designed potential MAV mission.


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    Title :

    Development and Testing of SP7 Fuel for Mars Ascent Vehicle Application


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    Publication date :

    2019-03-01


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    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English



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