Optimization of the Space Shuttle trajectory is discussed with reference to the low acceleration profile required for Shuttle missions. Static tests of the nominal flight curve are described in terms of impulse requirements, vacuum thrust, and burn time. Attention is given to BARF (Burning Anomaly Rate Factor), and it is noted that mandrel fabrication is intended to include the flexibility to counter BARF, should it occur. Test results are presented in which both BARF and specific impulse are considered as independent variables. It was found that no erosive burning occurred, BARF did not occur, specific impulse was on the order of 265 sec, and flow anomalies in the star region produced head-to-aft stagnation pressure drops in excess of theoretical predictions. In other areas, good agreement is noted between theoretical prediction and empirical data.
Methods used for Space Shuttle SRB thrust shape design
Joint Propulsion Conference ; 1978 ; Las Vegas, NV, US
1978-07-01
Conference paper
No indication
English
Methods used for Space Shuttle SRB thrust shape design
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