Evaluation of Ice and Frost Accumulation on the Space Shuttle External Tank
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چکیده
Ice/frost formation on the Space Shuttle cryogenic propel 1 ant tanks presents a different problem from that of past launch vehicles. Lift off weight addition has been the primary concern on past launch vehicles. The primary ice/frost concern on the Shuttle vehicle is damage to the Orbiter Thermal Protection System due to ice/frost impact. The approach used to arrive at a solution to this uni que Shuttle problem is presented. The launch vehi cle configuration selected and its limitations are described, along with congingency ground support equipment.
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