The economics of satellite maintenanceThe primary goal of the space transportation system - to reduce the cost of space programs while satisfying their mission requirements - can be enhanced by the proper choice of a satellite-maintenance concept. This paper develops the life-cycle costs of performing an automated satellite program during the shuttle era in three competitive modes: expendable, ground-refurbishable, and in-orbit maintainable. In-orbit maintenance is shown to be the most economic maintenance mode for both low- and high-earth orbits.
Document ID
19760029828
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Derocher, W. L., Jr. (Martin Marietta Aerospace Denver, CO, United States)
Sosnay, R. G. (Martin Marietta Aerospace Denver, Colo., United States)
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
August 1, 1975
Subject Category
Launch Vehicles And Space Vehicles
Report/Patent Number
AAS PAPER 75-150
Meeting Information
Meeting: Meeting on Space Shuttle Missions of the 80''s