Thermodynamic Vent System (TVS) and Multilayer Insulation (MLI) technology, originally developed for long term storage of cryogen propellants in microgravity, is ideally suited for propellant storage and delivery systems for solar thermal propulsion. With this technology the heat-induced pressure rise in the tank provides the propellant delivery pressure without the need for an auxiliary pressurant system, and propellant delivery is used to remove the excess heat to control tank pressure. The factors to consider in designing such a balanced system, are presented. An example of a minimum system design is presented along with examples of laboratory-tested hardware.


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    Title :

    Design Factors for Applying Cryogen Storage and Delivery Technology to Solar Thermal Propulsion


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    Space Technology and Applications International Forum ; 1997 ; Albuquerque, NM, United States


    Publication date :

    1996-12-10


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




    Design Factors for Applying Cryogen Storage and Delivery Technology to Solar Thermal Propulsion

    Millis, M. G. / University of New Mexico; School of Engineering; Institute for Space and Nuclear Power Studies | British Library Conference Proceedings | 1997



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