Space shuttle orbiter fracture control planThe criteria are presented for preventing space shuttle structural failure associated with crack initiation or propagation during fabrication, test, handling, and the operational life of the vehicle. The criteria discussed include: engineering responsibilities, assurance management, production, operation and test, procurement, critical parts selection, design, and structural analysis.
Document ID
19740007416
Acquisition Source
Johnson Space Center
Document Type
Contractor Report (CR)
Authors
Space Division (Rockwell International Downey, California, United States)