Maintainability of the Space Shuttle Orbiter Main Engine Rocketdyne, Div., North American Rockwell Corporation

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Goe, R. T., author.

Conference Name:

National Aerospace Engineering and Manufacturing Meeting (1972-10-02 : San Diego, California, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1972

Summary:

Previous large liquid-rocket engine check-out and maintenance operations were mostly manual, time consuming, and costly. Using Saturn experience and guided by airline practice, the Space Shuttle Orbiter Main Engine has been designed for rapid turnaround and simple, low-cost maintenance. A streamlined operational concept and the addition of specific design features for easy maintenance were the prime factors in this accomplishment

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Publisher Number:

720808

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Restricted for use by site license