Agena Operational Experience Space Systems Div., Lockheed Missiles and Space Company

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Burtt, J. E., author.

Conference Name:

National Aeronautic and Space Engineering and Manufacturing Meeting (1968-10-07 : Los Angeles, California, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1968

Summary:

In 9 years of operational experience on Air Force and NASA programs, the Agena has proved to be a reliable vehicle. This paper describes the improving methods of operation over the years. Among these are testing the complete flight vehicle system under the closest possible simulation of the flight environment, the use of telemetry in conjunction with automated data handling systems, use of computerized data handling, and delivery of mate-ready flight vehicles to the launch bases. Each is discussed in detail

Notes:

Vendor supplied data

Publisher Number:

680740

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license