Space engine safety systemA rocket engine safety system is designed to initiate control procedures which will minimize damage to the engine and vehicle or test stand in the event of an engine failure. This report describes the features and the implementation issues associated with rocket engine safety systems. Specific concerns of safety systems applied to a space-based engine and long duration space missions are discussed. Examples of safety system features and architectures are given from recent safety monitoring investigations conducted for the Space Shuttle Main Engine and for future liquid rocket engines. Also, a general design and implementation process for rocket engine safety systems is presented.
Document ID
19910067847
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Maul, William A. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Meyer, Claudia M. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland; Sverdrup Technology, Inc., Brook Park, OH, United States)