Space Station material life considerationsSpace Station life requirements for the overall system are currently stated as thirty years of constant space operation. This aspect of constant in-space operation and long life brings in environmental compatibility requirements which place severe new constraints on material selection. Activities within the United States are currently addressing many of these material selection issues including development of coatings and other space-durable materials, material selection methodology, and life certification methodology. A summary of these activities is presented.
Document ID
19890063737
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Leger, L. J. (NASA Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Fowler, M. (NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Cruse, T. A. (NASA Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Parr, C. H. (Southwest Research Institute San Antonio, TX, United States)