Alternatives to all-propulsive manned Orbit Transfer Vehicles (OTV) are presented that utilize aeromaneuvering in combination with propulsive maneuvering. A summary of the results of feasibility and concept definition studies is induced along with a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of aeromaneuvering as compared with all-propulsive vehicles. Manned aeromaneuvering OTV concepts are described, including the Aeromaneuvering Orbit-to-Orbit Shuttle (AMOOS) for future orbital transportation and the Aeromaneuvering Recovery System (AMRS) for emergency recovery of crewmen from high-altitude orbits. Data are provided regarding aeromaneuvering OTV configurations, performance, systems, tradeoffs, mission applications, and major design parameters, such as dynamic pressure, heating rates, and guidance.


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    Title :

    Aeromaneuvering Orbit Transfer Vehicles for the space transport system


    Contributors:
    Hethcoat, J. P. (author) / White, J. (author)

    Conference:

    International Astronautical Congress ; 1976 ; Anaheim, CA


    Publication date :

    1976-10-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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