Initial steps toward automation of a propellant processorThis paper presents the results from an experimental study aimed at ultimately automating the mixing of propellants in order to minimize unintended variations usually attributed to human error. The water heater and delivery system of a one-pint Baker-Perkins (APV) vertical mixer are automated with computer control. Various innovations are employed to introduce economy and low thermal inertia. Some of these include twin heaters/reservoirs instead of one large reservoir, a compact water mixer for achieving the desired temperature quickly, and thorough insulation of the entire water system. The completed system is tested during two propellant mixes. The temperature uniformly is proven through careful measurements employing several local thermocouples.
Document ID
19900055069
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Schallhorn, Paul (Arizona Univ. Tucson, AZ, United States)
Ramohalli, Kumar (Arizona, University Tucson, United States)