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The earth orbit shuttle as a space rescue vehicle.According to present concepts starting with some future date all manned space missions beyond low-earth orbit are to originate in low-earth orbit and to return ultimately to low-earth orbit. The Earth-Orbit-Shuttle (EOS) is visualized as the only vehicle operating between earth and low-earth orbit. The ability of the EOS to provide rescue services in the case of emergency is evaluated. It is found that an employment of the EOS as rescue vehicle is basically feasible, although it has certain limitations. Complementary means of transportation are required for emergencies beyond low-earth orbit. Approaches to enhance the rescue mission utility of the EOS are discussed.
Document ID
19720050771
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Hinton, M. G., Jr.
Perchonok, E.
(Aerospace Corp. Los Angeles, Calif., United States)
Date Acquired
August 6, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1972
Subject Category
Space Vehicles
Meeting Information
Meeting: International Space Rescue Symposium
Location: Brussels
Country: Belgium
Start Date: September 21, 1971
Accession Number
72A34437
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NASW-2078
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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