Start Date
4-1970 8:00 AM
Description
Some of the major Space Shuttle configuration design features are considered. The scope of the discussion is limited to the booster stage of a two-stage, parallel mounted concept. The body shape is considered including cross sectional shape, fineness, and nose shape. The factors affecting wing and tail concept and sizing are discussed. The interrelationship between the critical vehicle balance requirements and the forward location of the airbreathing engines is considered. Finally, the booster and orbiter launch arrangement and its influence on performance and ground operations is reviewed. A summary of the trends in booster configuration design is presented.
Space Shuttle Booster Configuration Features
Some of the major Space Shuttle configuration design features are considered. The scope of the discussion is limited to the booster stage of a two-stage, parallel mounted concept. The body shape is considered including cross sectional shape, fineness, and nose shape. The factors affecting wing and tail concept and sizing are discussed. The interrelationship between the critical vehicle balance requirements and the forward location of the airbreathing engines is considered. Finally, the booster and orbiter launch arrangement and its influence on performance and ground operations is reviewed. A summary of the trends in booster configuration design is presented.
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