The X-15 rocket-powered research aircraft was developed by the integrated effort of various areas such as aerodynamics, thermodynamics, and structures. The propulsion subsystem development at the onset of the program was handicapped for varied causes. As a result, early in the flight testing phase, many time-consuming and costly delays were encountered as a result of individual component failures. A review of the X-15 propulsion subsystem components is presented, with a discussion of some of the development problems, how they were alleviated, and how they may be reduced or avoided in future programs. In order to avoid these problems in the future, a program is recommended in the hope that it will increase component reliability commensurate with vehicle objectives.


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    Title :

    X-15 Propulsion Subsystem Component Development


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    Conference on the Progress of the X-15 Project ; 1961 ; Edwards Air Force Base, CA, US



    Publication date :

    1961-11-20


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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