Significant features of the Space Shuttle Main Engine (SSME) include a staged combustion power cycle, high area ratio nozzle expansion, throttling capability, and a computer operated control system. These main design features are discussed along with development test results.
Space Shuttle Main Engine
Space Congress ; 1977 ; Cocoa Beach, FL
1977-01-01
Miscellaneous
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English
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