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Methane Propulsion Elements for MarsHuman exploration beyond LEO relies on a suite of propulsive elements to: (1) Launch elements into space, (2) Transport crew and cargo to and from various destinations, (3) Provide access to the surface of Mars, (4) Launch crew from the surface of Mars. Oxygen/Methane propulsion systems meet the unique requirements of Mars surface access. A common Oxygen/Methane propulsion system is being considered to reduce development costs and support a wide range of primary & alternative applications.
Document ID
20170004427
Acquisition Source
Marshall Space Flight Center
Document Type
Presentation
Authors
Percy, Tom (NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)
Polsgrove, Tara (NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)
Thomas, Dan (NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
May 8, 2017
Publication Date
April 4, 2017
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Report/Patent Number
M17-5956
Meeting Information
Meeting: Pathways Beyond Low Earth Orbit In-Space Chemical Propulsion Technical Interchange Meeting (TIM)
Location: Huntsville, AL
Country: United States
Start Date: April 4, 2017
End Date: April 6, 2017
Sponsors: NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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