National space transportation studiesThis paper describes the government and industry activities and findings in response to a Presidential directive to study second-generation space transportation systems. Topics discussed include study purpose, mission needs, architecture development, system concepts, and technology recommendations. Interim study findings will also be presented. The study is being jointly managed by DOD and NASA and equally funded by DOD, NASA, and the Strategic Defense Initiative Organization.
Document ID
19870045324
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Durocher, Cort L. (USAF, Space Div., Los Angeles CA, United States)
Irby, Thomas M. (NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)
Jenkins, James C. (Boeing Aerospace Co. Seattle, WA, United States)
Gorski, Raymond J. (General Dynamics Corp. Space Systems, Div., San Diego, CA, United States)