Materials Science on Parabolic Aircraft
Author: Peter A. Curreri
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Published: 1993
Total Pages: 162
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Materials Science on Parabolic Aircraft: The FY 1987-1989 KC-135 Microgravity Test Program
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Published: 1993
Total Pages: 176
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKMaterials Science on Parabolic Aircraft
Author: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2018-07-18
Total Pages: 172
ISBN-13: 9781723202322
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis document covers research results from the KC-135 Materials Science Program managed by MSFC for the period FY87 through FY89. It follows the previous NASA Technical Memorandum for FY84-86 published in August 1988. This volume contains over 30 reports grouped into eight subject areas covering acceleration levels, space flight hardware, transport and interfacial studies, thermodynamics, containerless processing, welding, melt/crucible interactions, and directional solidification. The KC-135 materials science experiments during FY87-89 accomplished direct science, preparation for space flight experiments, and justification for new experiments in orbit. Curreri, Peter A. (Editor) Marshall Space Flight Center C-135 AIRCRAFT; MICROGRAVITY; MICROGRAVITY APPLICATIONS; THERMODYNAMICS; DIRECTIONAL SOLIDIFICATION (CRYSTALS); SPACE COMMERCIALIZATION; SPACE PROCESSING; SPACEBORNE EXPERIMENTS; WELDING...
Fluid Sciences and Materials Science in Space
Author: H.U. Walter
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Published: 2012-12-06
Total Pages: 754
ISBN-13: 3642466133
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe peaceful use of space flight systems for research and technological devel opments in the context of promoting European and international cooperation represents the essential motivation for the programmes of the European Space Agency (ESA). One of ESA's programmes is dedicated to microgravity research, which is now an established discipline in Europe, with a dedicated group of scientists participating. The Challenger disaster has resulted in a serious dis continuity of flight opportunities in the next few years but the forthcoming International Space Station, new launchers and reentry vehicles are expected to provide ample opportunities for microgravity research in the long term. Meanwhile parabolic aircraft flights, sounding rockets as well as the delayed Shuttle-dependent missions, Spacelab D-2, the IML-missions and EURECA I, will be employed to keep microgravity experimenters reasonably busy in the interim period. To prepare the ground for these activities, both regarding research and experiment facilities, an in-depth analysis of the state of the art is an essential requirement at this time. Such an analysis is presented in this volume. It ad dresses all of the topics that have been identified to be of relevance. Besides a presentation of the fundamental aspects justifying microgravity research, the results of experiments already performed are reviewed and recommendations for future activities are made. Close to fifty European scientists have cooper ated in the preparation of this volume and their dedicated and concerted effort is greatly appreciated.
Parabolic Aircraft Solidification Experiments
Author: National Aeronautics and Space Adm Nasa
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: 2018-12-28
Total Pages: 30
ISBN-13: 9781792722875
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA number of solidification experiments have been utilized throughout the Materials Processing in Space Program to provide an experimental environment which minimizes variables in solidification experiments. Two techniques of interest are directional solidification and isothermal casting. Because of the wide-spread use of these experimental techniques in space-based research, several MSAD experiments have been manifested for space flight. In addition to the microstructural analysis for interpretation of the experimental results from previous work with parabolic flights, it has become apparent that a better understanding of the phenomena occurring during solidification can be better understood if direct visualization of the solidification interface were possible. Our university has performed in several experimental studies such as this in recent years. The most recent was in visualizing the effect of convective flow phenomena on the KC-135 and prior to that were several successive contracts to perform directional solidification and isothermal casting experiments on the KC-135. Included in this work was the modification and utilization of the Convective Flow Analyzer (CFA), the Aircraft Isothermal Casting Furnace (ICF), and the Three-Zone Directional Solidification Furnace. These studies have contributed heavily to the mission of the Microgravity Science and Applications' Materials Science Program. Workman, Gary L. (Principal Investigator) and Smith, Guy A. and OBrien, Susan Marshall Space Flight Center NASA-CR-201491, NAS 1.26:201491 NAS8-38609...
Fluid Sciences and Materials Science in Space
Author: H U Walter
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Published: 1987-08-20
Total Pages: 768
ISBN-13: 9783642466144
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis volume gives a complete review of the present status of microgravity research. It includes the results of the D-1 Spacelab mission, the last microgravity-dedicated mission before the Challenger disaster. Close to 50 European scientists have cooperated in the book's preparation, and this synergetic approach has greatly enhanced the depth and the scope of the contributions. Each individual chapter first presents the theoretical background to justify microgravity experiments, then follows a review of the experiments performed and a critical discussion of the results obtained. Finally, recommendations for future activities are put forward.
Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports
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Published: 1994
Total Pages: 818
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKMaterials, Structures and Manufacturing for Aircraft
Author: Melih Cemal Kuşhan
Publisher: Springer Nature
Published: 2022-04-25
Total Pages: 423
ISBN-13: 3030918734
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book offers a comprehensive look at materials science topics in aerospace, air vehicle structures and manufacturing methods for aerospace products, examining recent trends and new technological developments. Coverage includes additive manufacturing, advanced material removal operations, novel wing systems, design of landing gear, eco-friendly aero-engines, and light alloys, advanced polymers, composite materials and smart materials for structural components. Case studies and coverage of practical applications demonstrate how these technologies are being successfully deployed. Materials, Structures & Manufacturing for Aircraft will appeal to a broad readership in the aviation community, including students, engineers, scientists, and researchers, as a reference source for material science and modern production techniques.
Preparation of Space Experiments
Author: Vladimir Pletser
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Published: 2020-09-02
Total Pages: 245
ISBN-13: 1789851386
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book explains how researchers design, prepare, develop, test and fly their science experiments on microgravity platforms before sending them to space. All preparation phases are explained and presented, including aircraft parabolic flights as part of spaceflight preparation. Twenty international authors, all experts in their own microgravity research field, contribute to chapters describing their experience to prepare experiments before space flights. Fields covered are Physical Sciences and Life Sciences. Physical Sciences covers fluid physics (vibration effects on diffusion; red blood cell dynamics; cavitation in microgravity; capillary driven flows) and material sciences (electromagnetic levitator onboard International Space Station). Life Sciences includes human physiology (sampling earlobe blood; human cardiovascular experiments; tumours in space) and neurophysiology (dexterous manipulation of objects in weightlessness).
Calling Taikong: A Strategy Report and Study of China's Future Space Science Missions
Author: Ji Wu
Publisher: Springer
Published: 2017-11-16
Total Pages: 58
ISBN-13: 9811067376
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book describes the status quo of space science in China, details the scientific questions to be addressed by the Chinese space science community in 2016-2030, and proposes key strategic goals, space science programs and missions, the roadmap and implementation approaches. Further, it explores the supporting technologies needed and provides an outlook of space science beyond the year 2030. “Taikong” means “outer space” in Chinese, and space science is one of the most important areas China plans to develop in the near future. This book is authored by Ji Wu, a leader of China's space science program, together with National Space Science Center, Chinese Academy of Sciences, a leading institute responsible for planning and managing most of China’s space science missions. It also embodies the viewpoints shared by many space scientists and experts on future space science development. Through this book, general readers and researchers alike will gain essential insights into the current developments and future prospects of space science in China. Government decision-makers will also find the book a useful reference for strategies and planning in the field of space science.
