High performance flexible heat pipesA Phase I SBIR NASA program for developing and demonstrating high-performance flexible heat pipes for use in the thermal management of spacecraft is examined. The program combines several technologies such as flexible screen arteries and high-performance circumferential distribution wicks within an envelope which is flexible in the adiabatic heat transport zone. The first six months of work during which the Phase I contract goal were met, are described. Consideration is given to the heat-pipe performance requirements. A preliminary evaluation shows that the power requirement for Phase II of the program is 30.5 kilowatt meters at an operating temperature from 0 to 100 C.
Document ID
19850059190
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Shaubach, R. M. (Thermacore, Inc. Lancaster, PA, United States)
Gernert, N. J. (Thermacore, Inc. Lancaster, PA, United States)