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This book manuscript studies in depth the development and maturation of the NASA mission from the inception of the organization until the present. This study is involved in a wide divergence of questions over roles and missions: the agency's R&D/operational activities, the decentralized/centralized approaches to management, the debate over methods of conducting business. A fundamental part of this work involves the analysis of not only how NASA has defined its role but how senior government...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), MANAGEMENT METHODS, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, NASA...
Topics: operations, mission, support, hostile, resistance, forces, operational, commander, psyop, military,...
Topics: seal, patrol, handbook, mission, warfare, appendix, ihc, navy, navy seal, target, seal team, target...
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This video contains historical footage of the flight of Apollo-13, the fifth Lunar Mission and the third spacecraft that was to land on the Moon. Apollo-13’s launch date was April 11, 1970. On the 13th of April, after docking with the Lunar Module, the astronauts, Jim Lovell, Fred Haise, and Jack Swiggert, discovered that their oxygen tanks had ruptured and ended up entering and returning to Earth in the Lunar Module instead of the Command Module. There is footage of inside module and Mission...
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Topics: NASA, APOLLO 13 FLIGHT, COMMAND MODULES, GROUND SUPPORT SYSTEMS, HISTORIES, LUNAR EXPLORATION,...
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The insulation commonality assessment study was performed to consolidate all the data associated with insulation designs. The scope of the study was limited to the designs associated with the S-2 stage, S-2 derivatives, and technology studies. Data were gathered for various insulation designs and organized into a design manual format. The results of phase 1 are also reported.
Topics: PLASMA DYNAMICS, SATELLITE SOLAR ENERGY CONVERSION, SOLAR ARRAYS, SPHINX, DATA ACQUISITION, MISSION...
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Topics: APOLLO PROJECT, COMMAND SERVICE MODULES, LUNAR MODULE, MISSION PLANNING, SPACECRAFT DESIGN, SPACE...
Special Forces Mounted Operations FM 31 23D
Topics: detachment, vehicle, mounted, sfoda, mission, operations, motorcycle, gmv, navigator, terrain,...
Major resource management missions to be performed by the TERSSE are examined in order to develop an understanding of the form and function of a system designed to perform an operational mission. Factors discussed include: resource manager (user) functions, methods of performing their function, the information flows and information requirements embodied in their function, and the characteristics of the observation system which assists in the management of the resource involved. The missions...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), EARTH RESOURCES PROGRAM, MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS,...
The thermal characterization test of NASA's 12.5-kW Hall Effect Rocket with Magnetic Shielding has been completed. This thruster was developed to support a number of potential Solar Electric Propulsion Technology Demonstration Mission concepts, including the Asteroid Redirect Robotic Mission concept. As a part of the preparation for this characterization test, an infrared-based, non-contact thermal imaging system was developed to measure the temperature of various thruster surfaces that are...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), TEMPERATURE DISTRIBUTION, HALL THRUSTERS, HIGH VOLTAGES,...
This thesis presents an interactive computer program called MASK which generates radar and optical line-of-sight coverage envelopes based on terrain masking and refractive propagation effects. MASK is designed primarily as an aid in planning air strikes against radar defended land targets and has additional applications to air defense network planning. A large digital terrain data base provides extensive coverage of potential areas of interest to the tactical planner.
Topics: DTED, terrain masking, strike warfare, mission planning, digital terrain data base, radar coverage
The feasibility of using the space shuttle to launch planetary and DoD entry flight experiments was examined. The results of the program are presented in two parts: (1) simulating outer planet environments during an earth entry test, the prediction of Jovian and earth radiative heating dominated environments, mission strategy, booster performance and entry vehicle design, and (2) the DoD entry test needs for the 1980's, the use of the space shuttle to meet these DoD test needs, modifications of...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), ATMOSPHERIC ENTRY, LAUNCHING, PLANETARY ATMOSPHERES, SPACE...
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The STS-69 Space Shuttle Program Mission Report summarizes the Payload activities as well as the Orbiter, External Tank (ET), Solid Rocket Booster (SRB), Reusable Solid Rocket Motor (RSRM), and the Space Shuttle main engine (SSME) systems performance during the seventy-first flight of the Space Shuttle Program, the forty-sixth flight since the return-to-flight, and the ninth flight of the Orbiter Endeavour(OV-105). In addition to the Orbiter, the flight vehicle consisted of an ET that was...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), BOOSTER ROCKET ENGINES, ENDEAVOUR (ORBITER), SOLID PROPELLANT...
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Electrical conductivity of copper oxide plates with varying oxygen contents
Topics: MARINER PROGRAM, MISSION PLANNING, SPACECRAFT CONTAMINATION, SYSTEMS ANALYSIS, VENUS PROBES,...
Facing The Empire 2.05: One-player Strategy Game That Takes You To The Far-away Stellar World Of Lyra. Your Task: Drive Out The Invading Morte Empire Before It Conquers The Lyrans. "one Of The Best I've Ever Had The Pleasure To Play."--d. S., Az. "outstanding." --j. W., Pa. Shareware ($15) From Mvp Software, Member, Asp.
Topics: morte, ship, star, base, lyran, ships, fleet, pseudo, command, bases, ship group, star base, pseudo...
The Agro-Climatic Environmental Monitoring Project (ACEMP) is based on a Participating Agency Service Agreement (PASA) between the Agency for International Development (AID) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). In FY80, the Asia Bureau and Office of Federal Disaster Assistance (OFDA), worked closely to develop a funding mechanism which would meet Bangladesh's needs both for flood and cyclone warning capability and for application of remote sensing data to development...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), AGROCLIMATOLOGY, ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING, REMOTE SENSING,...
Scientific and engineering studies and developments performed or directed by a Study Team composed of various Federal and University activities involved with the development of a three-axis superconducting gravity gradiometer integrated with a six-axis superconducting accelerometer are examined. This instrument is being developed for a future orbital mission to make precise global gravity measurements. The scientific justification and requirements for such a mission are discussed. This includes...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), ACCELEROMETERS, EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS, GEOPHYSICS, GRAVITY...
The capital investment for the integration and checkout of Spacelab payloads is assessed. Detailed data pertaining to this assessment and a computer cost model utilized in the compilation of programmatic resource requirements are delineated.
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), MISSION PLANNING, ORBITAL WORKSHOPS, SKYLAB PROGRAM,...
The construction methods specific to the end to end construction process for building the ETVP in low Earth orbit, using the space shuttle orbiter as a construction base, are analyzed. The analyses concerned three missions required to build the basic platform. The first mission involved performing the fabrication of beams in space and assembling the beams into a basic structural framework. The second mission was to install the forward support structure and aft support structure, the forward...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), CONSTRUCTION, DESIGN ANALYSIS, ORBITAL ASSEMBLY, SYSTEMS...
Requirements are presented for the ascent/descent (A/D) navigation and attitude-dependent ancillary data products to be generated for the space shuttle orbiter in support of the orbital flight test (OFT) flight test requirements, MPAD guidance and navigation performance assessment, and the mission evaluation team. The A/D ancillary data support for OFT mission evaluation activities is confined to providing postflight position, velocity, attitude, and associated navigation and attitude derived...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), MISSION PLANNING, SPACE SHUTTLE ORBITERS, SPACE...
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Topics: APOLLO SPACECRAFT, MISSION PLANNING, SPACECRAFT CONFIGURATIONS, EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS,...
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The time histories of particles in the energy range 1 MeV to 1 GeV at times of all greater than 3 percent cosmic ray decreases in the years 1978 to 1982 are studied. Essentially all 59 of the decreases commenced at or before the passages of interplanetary shocks, the majority of which accelerated energetic particles. We use the intensity-time profiles of the energetic particles to separate the cosmic ray decreases into four classes which we subsequently associate with four types of solar wind...
Topics: EXTRATERRESTRIAL RESOURCES, GENERAL OVERVIEWS, HIGH VACUUM, LUNAR SOIL, MICROGRAVITY, MINING,...
For abstract, see N75-26470.
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), DATA MANAGEMENT, DATA SYSTEMS, EARTH RESOURCES PROGRAM,...
The detailed logic flow for the Flight Design System Executive is presented. The system is designed to provide the hardware/software capability required for operational support of shuttle flight planning.
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), COMPUTER SYSTEMS DESIGN, FLIGHT PLANS, SPACE FLIGHT, SPACE...
Special Reconnaissance Tactics, Techniques, & Procedures For Special Forces FM 31 20 5
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The papers from this symposium, that was held at the NASA Lewis Research Center on April 3-4, 1990, are presented. The theme selected for the symposium was space travel for the next millennium. It was hoped that the participants would allow their focus to consider possible advances in technologies for space travel not just for currently envisioned projects, but for possibilities beyond the next generation and the next thousand years. About half of the contributed papers focussed on propulsion...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), CONFERENCES, MISSION PLANNING, NUCLEAR PROPULSION, NUCLEAR...
A theoretical discussion of high energy laser propelled light sails is presented. Selection of sail materials, interstellar drag forces, beam pointing, flight velocity, probe mass, and radiation shielding are among the factors discussed. Interstellar probe missions and colonization of the solar system via the light sail are considered.
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), INTERSTELLAR TRAVEL, LASER APPLICATIONS, SAILS, SPACECRAFT...
This bibliography lists 1,158 reports, articles, and other documents introduced into the NASA scientific and technical information system between January 1, 1988 and June 30, 1988. Its purpose is to provide helpful information to researchers, designers and managers engaged in Space Station technology development and mission design. Coverage includes documents that define major systems and subsystems related to structures and dynamic control, electronics and power supplies, propulsion, and...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), INDEXES (DOCUMENTATION), SPACE STATION POWER SUPPLIES, SPACE...
The feasibility of applying multilevel functional decomposition and optimization techniques to conceptual design of advanced fighter aircraft was investigated. Applying the functional decomposition techniques to the conceptual design phase appears to be feasible. The initial implementation of the modified design process will optimize wing design variables. A hybrid approach, combining functional decomposition techniques for generation of aerodynamic and mass properties linear sensitivity...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), AIRCRAFT DESIGN, COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN, DECOMPOSITION, DESIGN...
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The NASA Safety Standard, which establishes a uniform process for hydrogen system design, materials selection, operation, storage, and transportation, is presented. The guidelines include suggestions for safely storing, handling, and using hydrogen in gaseous (GH2), liquid (LH2), or slush (SLH2) form whether used as a propellant or non-propellant. The handbook contains 9 chapters detailing properties and hazards, facility design, design of components, materials compatibility, detection, and...
Topics: X RAY SPECTROSCOPY, OBSERVATORIES, SPACE MISSIONS, COSMOLOGY, MISSION PLANNING, EVOLUTION...
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The Crew Exploration Vehicle (CEV) translational maneuver Delta-V budget must support both the successful completion of a nominal lunar mission and an "anytime" emergency crew return with the potential for much more demanding orbital maneuvers. This translational Delta-V budget accounts for Earth-based LEO rendezvous with the lunar surface access module (LSAM)/Earth departure stage (EDS) stack, orbit maintenance during the lunar surface stay, an on-orbit plane change to align the CEV...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), MISSION PLANNING, ORBITAL MANEUVERS, CIRCUMLUNAR...
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The applications of aerodynamics particularly in rocket technology and modern high-speed aviation are studied along with the general laws of motion of a gas medium. The first six chapters of the book cover the following: basic concepts and definition of aerodynamics, kinematics of a fluid medium, equations of motion of a gas in the general case (where variations in its physico-chemical properties are considered), the theory of shock waves, the method of characteristics (very widely used in the...
Topics: DEEP SPACE NETWORK, MISSION PLANNING, MULTIPATH TRANSMISSION, OPERATIONS RESEARCH, PIONEER VENUS 2...
Cryogenic engineering involves design and modification of equipment that is used under boiling point of nitrogen which is 77 K. The focus of this paper will be on the design of hardware for cryogenic use and a retrofit that was done to the main laboratory cryostat used to test flight components for the Primordial Inflation Polarization Explorer balloon-borne mission. Data from prior tests showed that there was a superfluid helium leak and a total disassemble of the cryostat was conducted in...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), CORROSION, CRYOGENICS, CRYOSTATS, HELIUM, LEAKAGE, SQUID...
It is pointed out that a controversy exists concerning the required role of man, and his attendant skills and levels of skills, for Sortie Lab operations. As a result, a study was conducted to generate a taxonomy of candidate crew roles which would: (1) be applicable across all experiments, and (2) be usable for Sortie scientists and engineers in determination of level of skill as well as type of skill. Nine basic roles were identified in the study, and the tasks associated with each were...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), PERSONNEL DEVELOPMENT, SPACECREWS, SPACELAB, ABILITIES,...
There are no author-identified significant results in this report.
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), CHECKOUT, LANDSAT SATELLITES, MISSION PLANNING, POSTFLIGHT...
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A second-generation, Stirling-cycle cryocooler (cryogenic refrigerator) for space applications, with a cooling capacity of 5 watts at 65 K, was recently completed. The refrigerator, called the Prototype Model, was designed with a goal of 5 year life with no degradation in cooling performance. The free displacer and free piston of the refrigerator are driven directly by moving-magnet linear motors with the moving elements supported by active magnetic bearings. The use of clearance seals and the...
Topics: CONFERENCES, CONTROLLED FUSION, LASER PROPULSION, LUNAR BASES, MANNED MARS MISSIONS, NASA PROGRAMS,...
A guide for producing accurate multispectral results for earth resource applications is presented along with theoretical and analytical concepts of color and multispectral photography. Topics discussed include: capabilities and limitations of color and color infrared films; image color measurements; methods of relating ground phenomena to film density and color measurement; sensitometry; considerations in the selection of multispectral cameras and components; and mission planning.
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), EARTH RESOURCES, MULTISPECTRAL PHOTOGRAPHY,...
The benefits, costs, and mission requirements of the space station are considered. Five mission categories were identified: (1) science, (2) applications, (3) commercial, (4) U.S. national security, and (5) space operations. The orbit transfer vehicle (OTV) is discussed in detail.
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), ORBIT TRANSFER VEHICLES, SPACE MISSIONS, SPACE PLATFORMS,...
The conceptual design studies of a Block 2 Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) require the elimination of asbestos-filled insulation and was open to alternate designs, such as case changes, different propellants, modified burn rate - to improve reliability and performance. Limitations were placed on SRM changes such that the outside geometry should not impact the physical interfaces with other Space Shuttle elements and should have minimum changes to the aerodynamic and dynamic characteristics of the...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), MISSION PLANNING, ROCKET ENGINE CASES, SPACE SHUTTLE...
Sizing data is presented for various combinations of Mars missions and chemical-propulsion/aerobraking vehicles. Data is compared for vehicles utilizing opposition (2-year mission) and conjunction (3-year mission) trajectories for 1999 and 2001 opportunities, for various sizes of vehicles. Payload capabilities for manned and unmanned missions vehicles and for propulsive-braking and aerobraking cases are shown. The effect of scaling up a reference vehicle is compared to the case of utilizing two...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), AEROBRAKING, CHEMICAL PROPULSION, MARS LANDING, ORBITAL...
A new exoatmospheric, powered explicit guidance (PEG) thrust integral formulation and a simple method of implementation are presented. The new thrust integral formulation is significantly simpler than that currently used in PEG. Preliminary estimates indicate a computer storage savings of 220 words, which is approximately 10 percent of the current PEG ascent program. Alternate methods of implementation that could produce even more savings are noted.
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), COMPUTER PROGRAMMING, MISSION PLANNING, SPACE SHUTTLES,...
The ion thruster is one of several forms of space electric propulsion being considered for use on future SP-100-based missions. One possible major mission ground rule is the use of a single Space Shuttle launch. Thus, the mass in orbit at the reactor activation altitude would be limited by the Shuttle mass constraints. When the spacecraft subsystem masses are subtracted from this available mass limit, a maximum propellant mass may be calculated. Knowing the characteristics of each type of...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), EFFICIENCY, ELECTRIC PROPULSION, ION PROPULSION, MISSION...
In direct response to Request for Proposals: Flight at very low Reynolds numbers - a station keeping mission, the members of Design Squad E present Project Dawdler: a remotely-piloted airplane supported by an independently controlled take-off cart. A brief introduction to Project Dawdler's overall mission and design, is given. The Dawdler is a remotely-piloted airplane designed to fly in an environmentally-controlled closed course at a Reynolds number of 10(exp 5) and at a cruise velocity of 25...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), CANARD CONFIGURATIONS, CLIMBING FLIGHT, LOW REYNOLDS NUMBER,...
The Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) will be the first mission under NASA's Vision for Space Exploration. LRO will fly in a low 50 km mean altitude lunar polar orbit. LRO will utilize a direct minimum energy lunar transfer and have a launch window of three days every two weeks. The launch window is defined by lunar orbit beta angle at times of extreme lighting conditions. This paper will define the LRO launch window and the science and engineering constraints that drive it. After lunar orbit...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), LUNAR ORBITS, MISSION PLANNING, LUNAR SATELLITES, UNMANNED...
The customer (scientist or project manager) most often does not want just one point solution to the mission design problem Instead, an exploration of a multi-objective trade space is required. For a typical main-belt asteroid mission the customer might wish to see the trade-space of: Launch date vs. Flight time vs. Deliverable mass, while varying the destination asteroid, planetary flybys, launch year, etcetera. To address this question we use a multi-objective discrete outer-loop which defines...
Topics: NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), DESIGN ANALYSIS, OPTIMAL CONTROL, INTERPLANETARY...
The EA-6B mission Planning Program is designed for use by aircrewmen deployed on board aircraft carriers. it is an interactive computer program for automated sorting, retrieval, display and plotting of information. All decision making is done by the aircrewman. The desired goals of this program are increased mission planning efficiency and effectiveness through automation of the clerical tasks of the planning process.
Topics: Aeronautics, EA-6B, Mission planning, Electronic warfare
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The problems involved in processing remotely sensed data are defined within the contex of the total information system structure. The correlation of various data sets through georeferencing and cataloging is emphasized along with geometric rectification. The sources and types of possible geometric errors are outlined.
Topics: AEROSPACE ENVIRONMENTS, SOLAR ORBITS, MISSION PLANNING, RADIOACTIVE WASTES, RISK, SAFETY FACTORS,...
