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Space Shuttle - Bringing cryohydrogen technology down to earthThe External Tank must provide a safe storage container for both LH2 and LO2, a means of maintaining propellant quality in order to meet the engine pump net positive suction pressure requirements, and a structural strong-back for the Space Shuttle system, all at the minimum recurring cost and weight, while maintaining quality and reliability. The present paper summarizes External Tank design features and discusses the advantages of using LH2 and LO2 for the Space Shuttle system.
Document ID
19790043645
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Odom, J. B.
(NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, Ala., United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1978
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Meeting Information
Meeting: In: Applications of cryogenic technology. Volume 7 - Proceedings of the Conference on Cryogenic Energy Systems
Location: Oak Brook, IL
Start Date: May 16, 1978
End Date: May 18, 1978
Accession Number
79A27658
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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