Technology planning for long range utilization of Space Station FreedomA system is described with specific examples for identifying and selecting advanced technologies for use with the Space Station Freedom (SSF) that positively impact capabilities and costs. Emerging advanced technologies should be compared with SSF technological needs and selected according to an optimal combination of readiness, development risks/costs, performance requirements, and crew safety. The selected technologies should be planned to the extent that the technology continues advancing to the point of readiness in a manner consistent with the objectives and timeframe of the SSF program. An SSF Advanced Studies component is described that worked to advance critical emergent technologies including advanced heat rejection, closed air-loops, high-efficiency space-power systems, and advanced power storage. The efforts can lead to the identification of crucial parameters such as performance degradation, lifetime, growth, and area that are relevant to the SSF overall objectives.
Document ID
19920074530
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Ahlf, P. (NASA Office of Space Systems Development Washington, United States)
Volosin, J. (Booz, Allen & Hamilton, Inc. Washington, United States)