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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
20220017997
Acquisition Source
Marshall Space Flight Center
Document Type
Contractor Report (CR)
Authors
JR King (Rockwell International Downey, California, United States)
P. Julian (Rockwell International Downey, California, United States)
K. R. Johnson (Rockwell International Downey, California, United States)
Date Acquired
November 29, 2022
Publication Date
September 1, 1974
Subject Category
Spacecraft Design, Testing and Performance
Report/Patent Number
SD73-SA-0082A
NASA/CR-19740007416
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS9-14000
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Public Use Permitted.
Keywords
Fracture control
Fracture mechanics
Space shuttle

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