This paper provides some background information related to space infrastructure, rocket propulsion and rocket engine testing and discusses some economic considerations in the renovation/rebuilding of rocket engine Test Stands 1D and 2A at Edwards AFB CA. Various means used to minimize renovation/ re-building costs and schedule are discussed as is the current state of the commercial rocket launch business.


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    Title :

    Economics of Test Stand Renovation/Rebuilding


    Contributors:
    D. Harder (author)

    Publication date :

    2003


    Size :

    15 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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