An innovative concept is proposed for atmospheric entry probe deceleration, wherein one or more deployed rotors (in autorotation or wind-turbine flow states) on the aft end of the probe effect controlled descent. This concept is particularly oriented toward probes intended to land safely on the surface of Venus. Initial work on design trade studies is discussed.
Rotary-Wing Decelerators for Probe Descent Through the Atmosphere of Venus
2005-04-01
Conference paper
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English
Rotary Wing Decelerators for Miniature Atmospheric Entry Probes
British Library Conference Proceedings | 2009
|Rotary Wing Decelerators for Miniature Atmospheric Entry Probes
British Library Conference Proceedings | 2009
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