Presented are the results and interpretation of tests performed to investigate storability of propellants in space. The purpose of the work was to demonstrate the long term storage capability of cryogenic and earth storable propellants in a simulated orbital environment. A variety of tank sizes and shapes was tested. The test articles included a simulated meteorite shield and employed advanced support techniques suitable for a low 'g' environment. A simulated sun was utilized as the source of heat input. The sun was cycled to represent the conditions in a high inclination, low altitude earth orbit. The test results were analyzed and related to the storage of actual propellants. (Author)


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    Title :

    Propellant Storability in Space


    Contributors:
    W. Benton (author) / R. Carr (author) / A. Cohen (author) / G. Gustafson (author) / C. Lankton (author)

    Publication date :

    1964


    Size :

    2 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English