The boiloff and chilldown problem associated with a reusable space-based orbital transfer vehicle (OTV) that uses the Space Station as a base of operations is considered. Various boiloff and chilldown gas disposal options are examined, and a recommended approach is defined on the basis of least life-cycle cost. In accordance with this approach, half of the gaseous hydrogen is used to generate 3.87 kW, while the remaining hydrogen and the resulting water are remotely vented using the Orbital Maneuvering Vehicle.


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    Title :

    Space-based OTV boiloff disposition


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    Publication date :

    1987-06-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


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    Language :

    English




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