The Airframe subproject within NASA's Next Generation Launch Technology (NGLT) program has the responsibility to develop airframe technology for both rocket and airbreathing vehicles for access to space. The Airframe sub-project pushes the state-ofthe-art in airframe technology for low-cost, reliable, and safe space transportation. Both low and medium technology readiness level (TRL) activities are being pursued. The key technical areas being addressed include design and integration, hot and integrated structures, cryogenic tanks, and thermal protection systems. Each of the technologies in these areas are discussed in this paper.


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    Title :

    Airframe Technology Development for Next Generation Launch Vehicles


    Contributors:
    D. E. Glass (author)

    Publication date :

    2004


    Size :

    16 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English