Time-dependent computations have been performed to investigate the dynamical behaviors of fluid under a microgravity environment. A computer algorithm is introduced which can be used to simulate the fluid behavior in that environment, in particular the excitation of sloshing waves due to different gravity environments and rotation speeds. A suggestion on the proper handling and managing of cryogenic fluid propellant to be used in the Gravity Probe-B spacecraft propulsion is made.


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    Title :

    Response of gravity level fluctuations on the Gravity Probe-B spacecraft propellant system


    Contributors:
    Hung, R. J. (author) / Tsao, Y. D. (author) / Leslie, F. W. (author)

    Publication date :

    1989-10-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English







    Characteristics of Gravity Probe-B Spacecraft Cryogenic Propellant Management

    Hung, R. J. / Leslie, F. W. | British Library Conference Proceedings | 1993