Advanced space transportation systemsProjected growth in space transportation capabilities beyond the initial Space Shuttle is discussed in terms of earth-to-low-orbit launch vehicles as well as transportation beyond low orbit (orbit transfer vehicles). Growth versions of the Shuttle and heavy-lift derivatives of the Shuttle are shown conceptually. More advanced launch vehicle concepts are also shown, based on rocket propulsion or combinations of rocket and air-breathing propulsion. Orbit transfer vehicle concepts for personnel transport and for cargo transport are discussed, including chemical rocket as well as electric propulsion. Finally, target levels of capability and efficiencies for later time periods are discussed and compared with the prospective vehicle concepts mentioned earlier.
Document ID
19810060240
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Disher, J. H. (NASA Office of Space Transportation Systems Acquisition Washington, DC, United States)
Hethcoat, J. P. (NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Page, M. A. (NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Advanced Systems Office, Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
August 11, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1981
Subject Category
Spacecraft Design, Testing And Performance
Report/Patent Number
AAS 80-194
Meeting Information
Meeting: Symposium on Shuttle/Spacelab: The new transportation system and its utilization