At the initiation of the Space Shuttle Program, recoverable solid rocket boosters were base-lined, with an estimated savings of 30 per cent over expendable solid rockets. Present studies indicate that the solid rocket boosters in the 142-inch diameter range can be recovered using state-of-the-art recovery systems. Marshall Space Flight Center is conducting extensive studies to establish the most cost effective recovery system for the present Shuttle boosters. Model drop testing, in various facilities, and structural load testing are being conducted with model sizes ranging from 6 inches to 120 inches in diameter.
Space Shuttle booster recovery planning.
Aerodynamic Deceleration Systems Conference ; 1973 ; Palm Springs, CA
1973-05-01
Conference paper
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English
Space Shuttle booster recovery planning
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