Publication Date:
2019-07-13
Description:
A description is presented of a dual-fuel modular split-combustor linear aerospike engine concept. The considered engine represents an approach to an integrated engine for a reusable single-stage-to-orbit (SSTO) vehicle. The engine burns two fuels (hydrogen and a hydrocarbon) with oxygen in separate combustors. Combustion gases expand on a linear aerospike nozzle. An engine preliminary design is discussed. Attention is given to the evaluation process for selecting the optimum number of modules or divisions of the engine, aspects of cooling and power cycle balance, and details of engine operation.
Keywords:
SPACECRAFT PROPULSION AND POWER
Type:
AIAA PAPER 77-968
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Propulsion Conference; Jul 11, 1977 - Jul 13, 1977; Orlando, FL; US
Format:
text
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