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Optimal boost trajectories for the shuttle vehicle.Solutions of the optimal boost problem for the MSC April 1970 base line shuttle vehicle show significant payload increases may be achieved by flying optimal pitch profiles. Results consistent with aerodynamic and acceleration constraints indicate payload gains of approximately 2.0 per cent of the total injected weight may be achieved. This corresponds to a real payload increase of about 20 per cent. Trajectory parameters for optimal launches under various conditions and a standard gravity turn launch are presented along with a brief discussion of the problem modeling and assumptions. The data are used to support a number of observations and conclusions and to provide some insight into the methods by which payload gains are achieved.
Document ID
19720028757
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Sullivan, H. C.
Uzzell, B. R.
(NASA Manned Spacecraft Center Houston, Tex., United States)
Date Acquired
August 6, 2013
Publication Date
August 1, 1971
Subject Category
Space Vehicles
Report/Patent Number
AAS PAPER 71-325
Report Number: AAS PAPER 71-325
Meeting Information
Meeting: American Astronautical Society and American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Astrodynamics Specialists Conference
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Start Date: August 17, 1971
End Date: August 19, 1971
Sponsors: American Astronautical Society, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Accession Number
72A12423
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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