A systems analysis and assessment has been conducted on the transportation requirements to support a Phase II lunar base mission. It is noted that the development of such a base will require 3-4 million lbm. total weight in LEO over the course of some 20-30 launches of a 150,00 lbm leavy-lift launch vehicle. The results indicate that the optimum transportation system would be a one-stage, aerobraked, reusable vehicle with the highest engine efficiency attainable. Furthermore, the use of lunar oxygen is advised.


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    Title :

    Conceptual analysis of a lunar base transportation system


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    Publication date :

    1988-04-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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