A series of conceptual designs for a manned, Earth to Low Earth Orbit transportation system was developed. Non-winged, low L/D vehicle shapes are discussed. System and subsystem trades emphasized safety, operability, and affordability using near-term technology. The resultant conceptual design includes lessons learned from commercial aviation that result in a safe, routine, operationally efficient system. The primary mission for this Personnel Launch System (PLS) would be crew rotation to the SSF; other missions, including satellite servicing, orbital sortie, and space rescue were also explored.


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    Title :

    Conceptual Designs Study for a Personnel Launch System (PLS)


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1990


    Size :

    581 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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