National Space Transportation Studies

Document Number: 861681

Date Published: October 1986

Author(s):
Cort L. Durocher - Air Force Space Div.
Thomas M. Irby - Marshall Space Flight Center
James C. Jenkins - Boeing Aerospace Co.
Raymond J. Gorski - General Dynamics Space Systems Div.

Abstract:
This paper describes the government and industry activities and findings in response to a Presidential directive to study second- generation space transportation systems. Topics discussed include study purpose, mission needs, architecture development, system concepts, and technology recommendations. Interim study findings will also be presented. The study is being jointly managed by DOD and NASA and equally funded by DOD, NASA, and the Strategic Defense Initiative Organization (SDIO).

File Size: 978K
Product Status: In Stock

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