NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS) 19790007853: Low energy stage study. Volume 5: Program study cost elements and appendices. [orbital launching of space shuttle payloads
NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS) 19790007853: Low energy stage study. Volume 5: Program study cost elements and appendices. [orbital launching of space shuttle payloads
The methodology and rationale used in the development of costs for engineering, manufacturing, testing and operating a low thrust system for placing automated shuttle payloads into earth orbits are described. Cost related information for the recommended propulsion approach is included.
