The Space Shuttle and deep space missionsAn overview is presented of deep space missions being planned for launch on the Space Shuttle, one element of the Space Transportation System (STS). A comparison is made between mission requirements and the planned capabilities of the STS. Finally, a potential evolution of the STS in order to accomodate these missions with adequate mass margins is discussed.
Document ID
19800044545
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Beckman, J. C. (California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena Calif., United States)