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¨       A Guide for the Design of Highly Reusable Space – Final Report August 29, 1997

¨       A process (using algorithm) for a cost effective balance between system safety, reliability and maintainability requirements - Nov. 2002

¨       A  tutorial on application of SPST “Space Transportation Systems Algorithm“ - Aug. 2002

¨       Propulsion system architectural choice "(Pro and Cons)" - Feb. 2003

¨       Identification of current re-usable space transportation system "short falls" and NGLT projections – Oct. 2005 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SPST Perspectives

  • Need to put more effort “up front” before initiating major technology or development activities
  • More emphasis is clearly needed in developing clear, understandable customer requirements (Launch, Space and Ground operations)

  • Customer requirements need to include system functional requirements as well as performance requirements

  • More effort needed to identify and understand existing systems “shortfalls”

  • Highlight the “need” to correct shortfall

  • Focus on the application of key design criteria (requirements) to correct shortfalls

  • Critical “needs” to motivate and educate next generation of Aerospace Engineers and Scientists

  • SPST is actively involved in Joint University Programs to attract and retain talented students into the Aerospace programs

  • Imperative that the general public interest and support of SPACE be rekindled to support sustained space exploration and its influence on civilization

  • Current NASA programs are not providing the catalyst for support that is needed to ensure public interest in space

  • Safe, Dependable and Affordable Space Transportation is still the key