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Status of advanced propulsion for space based orbital transfer vehicleA new Orbital Transfer Vehicle (OTV) propulsion system will be required to meet the needs of space missions beyond the mid-1990's. As envisioned, the advanced OTV will be used in conjunction with earth-to-orbit vehicles, Space Station, and Orbit Maneuvering Vehicle. The OTV will transfer men, large space structures, and conventional payloads between low earth and higher energy orbits. Space probes carried by the OTV will continue the exploration of the solar system. When lunar bases are established, the OTV will be their transportation link to earth. NASA is currently funding the development of technology for advanced propulsion concepts for future Orbital Transfer Vehicles. Progress in key areas during 1986 is presented.
Document ID
19870035965
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Cooper, Larry P.
(NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Scheer, Dean D.
(NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Date Acquired
August 13, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1986
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Report/Patent Number
IAF PAPER 86-183
Accession Number
87A23239
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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