Oxidation resistant carbon-carbon composite for Space Shuttle application.An oxidation resistant carbon-carbon composite has been developed for use on the NASA Space Shuttle Orbiter Vehicle which can function on the high temperature surfaces to satisfy the 100 mission reuse capability requirement. This paper describes the design requirements, materials and processes developed, and the successful testing of simulated full-scale prototype hardware. Materials considerations are illustrated, including strength and oxidation testing, along with physical property determinations, characterizing the material over the predicted temperature range of use.
Document ID
19730048241
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Rogers, D. C.
Seeger, J. W.
Shuford, D. M. (LTV Aerospace Corp. Dallas, Tex., United States)
Date Acquired
August 7, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1973
Subject Category
Materials, Nonmetallic
Meeting Information
Meeting: National Symposium and Exhibition on New horizons in materials and processing