The evolution of Orbiter depot support, with applications to future space vehiclesThe reasons for depot consolidation and the processes established to implement the Orbiter depot are presented. The Space Shuttle Orbiter depot support is presently being consolidated due to equipment suppliers leaving the program, escalating depot support costs, and increasing repair turnaround times. Details of the depot support program for orbiter hardware and selected pieces of support equipment are discussed. The benefits gained from this consolidation and the lessons learned are then applied to future reuseable space vehicles to provide program managers a forward look at the need for efficient depot support.
Document ID
19910026297
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Mcclain, Michael L. (NASA Kennedy Space Center; Rockwell International Corp. Cocoa Beach, FL, United States)