NASA NTRS · 19720014621
Low-g simulation testing of propellant systems using neutral buoyancy
Abstract
A two liquid, neutral buoyancy technique is being used to simulate propellant behavior in a weightless environment. By equalizing the density of two immiscible liquids within a container (propellant tank), the effect of gravity at the liquid interface is balanced. Therefore the surface-tension forces dominate to control the liquid/liquid system configuration in a fashion analogous to a liquid/gas system in a zero gravity environment.
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Balzer, D. L., Lake, R. J., Jr.. 1972-01-01. Low-g simulation testing of propellant systems using neutral buoyancy. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19720014621
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