Publication Date:
2019-06-28
Description:
Techniques for the management of the thermal energy of large space platforms using many hundreds of kilowatts over a 10 year life span were evaluated. Concepts for heat rejection, heat transport within the vehicle, and interfacing were analyzed and compared. The heat rejection systems were parametrically weight optimized over conditions for heat pipe and pumped fluid approaches. Two approaches to achieve reliability were compared for: performance, weight, volume, projected area, reliability, cost, and operational characteristics. Technology needs are assessed and technology advancement recommendations are made.
Keywords:
LAUNCH VEHICLES AND SPACE VEHICLES
Type:
NASA-CR-165238
,
REPT-2-53020/OR-52578
Format:
application/pdf
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