Results from investigations in the NASA/MSFC TWT on a .004 scale model space shuttle launch vehicle (model 13P-OTS) to determine gas supply strut effects on model pressure environment (IA53)

The Rockwell Space Shuttle Launch Vehicle components were tested in a Trisonic Wind Tunnel. Pressure measurements were made on the aft portion, in the base regions, and on the wing surfaces. Axial force determination were made from the pressure data. Data were recorded with the model at zero degrees angle of attack and sideslip through a Mach number from 0.9 to 3.0. The only configuration changes investigated were strut mounting techniques and gas line fairing location between the external tank and the orbiter.