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Internet Based Simulations of Debris Dispersion of Shuttle LaunchThe debris dispersion model (which dispersion model?) is so heterogeneous and interrelated with various factors, 3D graphics combined with physical models are useful in understanding the complexity of launch and range operations. Modeling and simulation in this area mainly focuses on orbital dynamics and range safety concepts, including destruct limits, telemetry and tracking, and population risk. Particle explosion modeling is the process of simulating an explosion by breaking the rocket into many pieces. The particles are scattered throughout their motion using the laws of physics eventually coming to rest. The size of the foot print explains the type of explosion and distribution of the particles. The shuttle launch and range operations in this paper are discussed based on the operations of the Kennedy Space Center, Florida, USA. Java 3D graphics provides geometric and visual content with suitable modeling behaviors of Shuttle launches.
Document ID
20050009930
Acquisition Source
Ames Research Center
Document Type
Preprint (Draft being sent to journal)
Authors
Bardina, Jorge
(NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Thirumalainambi, Rajkumar
(Science Applications International Corp. Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
September 7, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 2004
Subject Category
Spacecraft Design, Testing And Performance
Report/Patent Number
2004-01-3082
Meeting Information
Meeting: World Aviation Congress
Location: Reno, NV
Country: United States
Start Date: January 1, 2004
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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