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The use of programmable logic controllers (PLC) for rocket engine component testingApplication of PLCs to the rocket engine component testing at a new Stennis Space Center Component Test Facility is suggested as an alternative to dedicated specialized computers. The PLC systems are characterized by rugged design, intuitive software, fault tolerance, flexibility, multiple end device options, networking capability, and built-in diagnostics. A distributed PLC-based system is projected to be used for testing LH2/LOx turbopumps required for the ALS/NLS rocket engines.
Document ID
19910057147
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Nail, William
(NASA John C. Stennis Space Center Bay Saint Louis, MS, United States)
Scheuermann, Patrick
(NASA John C. Stennis Space Center Bay Saint Louis, MS, United States)
Witcher, Kern
(NASA John C. Stennis Space Center Bay Saint Louis, MS, United States)
Date Acquired
August 15, 2013
Publication Date
June 1, 1991
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 91-2403
Accession Number
91A41770
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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