The topics are presented in viewgraph form and include the following: Space Transportation Main Engine (STME) definition, design philosophy, robust design, maximum design condition, casting vs. machined and welded forgings, operability considerations, high reliability design philosophy, engine reliability enhancement, low cost design philosophy, engine systems requirements, STME schematic, fuel turbopump, liquid oxygen turbopump, main injector, and gas generator. The major engine components of the STME and the Space Shuttle Main Engine are compared.


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    Title :

    Space Transportation Main Engine


    Contributors:
    J. C. Monk (author)

    Publication date :

    1992


    Size :

    38 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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