Space Shuttle solid rocket motor testing for return to flightSignificant design changes made to major components of the NASA Space Shuttle SRM are summarized. The extent of changes made in the nozzle-to-case joint to better protect the joint O-ring seals is indicated schematically as are changes made to the motor nozzle. It is noted that the use of subscale, full scale/short duration burn hardware tests to provide data for structural and thermal analytical models was necessary.
Document ID
19890067306
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Coates, Keith D. (NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)
Davis, Carl M. (NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1988
Subject Category
Ground Support Systems And Facilities (Space)
Meeting Information
Meeting: Aerospace Testing Seminar
Location: Manhattan Beach, CA
Country: United States
Start Date: October 11, 1988
End Date: October 13, 1988
Sponsors: Aerospace Corp, Institute of Environmental Sciences