Earth to Mars - Scenarios for early manned missionsTrajectories and mission types for a manned mission to Mars are reviewed, focusing on what can be undertaken relative to available technologies. The objectives of a manned mission are outlined and several mission scenarios are described. Space Station involvement, an interplanetary manned Mars space vehicle, and the role of artificial gravity are discussed. Possible launch vehicles, surface systems options, and space vehicle configurations are examined.
Document ID
19890028823
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Snoddy, William C. (NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)