A viewgraph presentation outlines the use and history of the Reusable Lox/LH2 Booster Engine. The Block III upgrade evolution is discussed. NASA goals, engine configuration, and major changes are described. The design concept is illustrated, including a construction comparison between a tube wall nozzle and a channel wall nozzle. The benefits, goals, and risks of the Block III are discussed and a baseline program schedule is provided.


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    Title :

    Block III SSME Upgrade Project Overview


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    Joint Propulsion ; 2000 ; Huntsville, AL, United States


    Publication date :

    2000-01-01


    Type of media :

    Preprint


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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