Specifications of the Pioneer G and Atlas/Centaur 30 Launch Vehicle are provided, along with information concerning mission objectives. The Atlas/Centaur engine group will generate a 431,383 lb. thrust for an injection velocity of approximately 32,400 miles per hour using liquid oxygen and RP-1 propellants. In addition to detailed diagrams of equipment aboard the Pioneer G, an account is given of intended investigations of the interplanetary medium beyond the orbit of Mars, the nature of the asteroid belt, and the environmental and atmospheric characteristics of Jupiter. Pertinent data regarding the option of a Saturn-oriented trajectory are also reviewed and evaluated.


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    Title :

    Atlas/Centaur Pioneer G Operations Summary


    Publication date :

    1973


    Size :

    43 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English