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An Integrated Tool for System Analysis of Sample Return VehiclesThe next important step in space exploration is the return of sample materials from extraterrestrial locations to Earth for analysis. Most mission concepts that return sample material to Earth share one common element: an Earth entry vehicle. The analysis and design of entry vehicles is multidisciplinary in nature, requiring the application of mass sizing, flight mechanics, aerodynamics, aerothermodynamics, thermal analysis, structural analysis, and impact analysis tools. Integration of a multidisciplinary problem is a challenging task; the execution process and data transfer among disciplines should be automated and consistent. This paper describes an integrated analysis tool for the design and sizing of an Earth entry vehicle. The current tool includes the following disciplines: mass sizing, flight mechanics, aerodynamics, aerothermodynamics, and impact analysis tools. Python and Java languages are used for integration. Results are presented and compared with the results from previous studies.
Document ID
20120003332
Acquisition Source
Langley Research Center
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Samareh, Jamshid A.
(NASA Langley Research Center Hampton, VA, United States)
Maddock, Robert W.
(NASA Langley Research Center Hampton, VA, United States)
Winski, Richard G.
(Binera, Inc. Hampton, VA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 25, 2013
Publication Date
March 3, 2012
Subject Category
Systems Analysis And Operations Research
Report/Patent Number
NF1676L-13984
Meeting Information
Meeting: 2012 IEEE Aerospace Conference
Location: Big Sky, MT
Country: United States
Start Date: March 3, 2012
End Date: March 10, 2012
Sponsors: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Funding Number(s)
WBS: WBS 346620.04.07.01.01.02
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Public Use Permitted.
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