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Space shuttle solid rocket booster processing and recovery operations at Kennedy Space CenterThis paper describes the processing and recovery operations at Kennedy Space Center as applied to the Space Shuttle Solid Rocket Booster. The introductory portion covers the overall Space Shuttle launch vehicle with a description of the Solid Rocket Boosters and explanations of their functions. Processing operations begin with the arrival of the new or refurbished Solid Rocket Motor segments by rail cars from the manufacturer. Segment buildup is performed on the Mobile Launch Platform, and the completed major booster elements are functionally tested prior to their integration with other prime elements that comprise a complete Shuttle launch vehicle. The recovery operations following launch include Solid Rocket Booster separation, parachute deployment, splashdown, and the activities associated with retrieval of the reusable components of the Solid Rocket Boosters. Subsequently, the paper describes the processing required to thoroughly clean the retrieved items, the disassembly activities, and refurbishment steps planned for restoration of the hardware components to usable condition.
Document ID
19750061535
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Dickinson, W. J.
(NASA Kennedy Space Center Shuttle Program Office, Cape Canaveral, Fla., United States)
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
September 1, 1975
Subject Category
Launch Vehicles And Space Vehicles
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 75-1174
Accession Number
75A45607
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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