Conceptual arcjet system design considerations for the SP-100 missionConceptual spacecraft design considerations for using 30-kW class arcjet engines as an active load for a 100-kWe SP-100 space nuclear reactor power system flight experiment are discussed. These design considerations involve configuration trades; interfaces with power, attitude and velocity control, thermal management, orbit insertion and reaction control propulsion systems; imposed environments concerned with electromagnetic noise, survivability, and ammonia exhaust plumes; and associated diagnostic instrumentation.
Document ID
19890059579
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Zafran, Sidney (TRW, Inc. TRW Space and Technology Group, Redondo Beach, CA, United States)