A parachute system for upper atmospheric studiesThe Goddard Space Flight Center's Sounding Rocket Division successfully flight tested a high altitude, low velocity, 63.5 foot cross parachute system. The system was developed to provide a platform for atmospheric studies at altitudes higher than those attainable with balloons. This paper represents the approach taken to determine the necessary conditions for a successful apogee deployment of the parachute. The test flight deployed the parachute system at an apogee altitude of 61 kilometers. Post-flight results of rocket and parachute performance are compared to the preflight analyses.
Document ID
19790041768
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Maksimovic, V. M. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Greenbelt, Md., United States)