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On-Orbit Compressor Technology Program

Abstract

A synopsis of the On-Orbit Compressor Technology Program is presented. The objective is the exploration of compressor technology applicable for use by the Space Station Fluid Management System, Space Station Propulsion System, and related on-orbit fluid transfer systems. The approach is to extend the current state-of-the-art in natural gas compressor technology to the unique requirements of high-pressure, low-flow, small, light, and low-power devices for on-orbit applications. This technology is adapted to seven on-orbit conceptual designs and one prototype is developed and tested.

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Deffenbaugh, Danny M., Svedeman, Steven J., Schroeder, Edgar C., Gerlach, C. Richard. 1990-10-01. On-Orbit Compressor Technology Program. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19910015280

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