Utility of an emulation and simulation computer model for air revitalization system hardware design, development, and testEfforts to make increasingly use of suitable computer programs in the design of hardware have the potential to reduce expenditures. In this context, NASA has evaluated the benefits provided by software tools through an application to the Environmental Control and Life Support (ECLS) system. The present paper is concerned with the benefits obtained by an employment of simulation tools in the case of the Air Revitalization System (ARS) of a Space Station life support system. Attention is given to the ARS functions and components, a computer program overview, a SAND (solid amine water desorbed) bed model description, a model validation, and details regarding the simulation benefits.
Document ID
19860038822
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Yanosy, J. L. (United Technologies Corp. Hamilton Standard Div., Windsor Locks, CT, United States)
Rowell, L. F. (NASA Langley Research Center Hampton, VA, United States)