A facility for the simulation of environmental parameters and qualification of flight thermal coatingsThere is a continuing interest and need for investigation and development of, various paints, coatings, multi-layer insulation, and electrically conductive paints and coatings used for thermal control and electrical discharge of spacecraft surfaces. Degradation of these surfaces by solar-wind energy particles and ultraviolet irradiation, as well as contamination by the outgassing of materials used in conjunction or close proximity to these surfaces, continues to be a matter of concern. The following is a description of a facility with the capability of evaluating the synergistic effects encountered in the space environment. Actual flight qualification programs are also described.
Document ID
19790026575
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Paczkowski, F. N. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Engineering Services Div., Greenbelt, Md., United States)