NASA NTRS · 19930065955
Design of an Advanced Expander Test Bed
Abstract
The final design of the Advanced Expander Test Bed (AETB) is discussed. The AETB is a cryogenic rocket ground test unit being designed and built for NASA to enable validation of mission-focused technologies for advanced space engines. Based on the split expander cycle, it will operate at a nominal thrust of 20,000 lbf, a chamber pressure of 1200 psia, and may be operated off-design over a wide range of throttling conditions and mixture ratios. The design approach and configuration of the major components are described.
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Mitchell, John C., Tabata, William K.. 1993-06-01. Design of an Advanced Expander Test Bed. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19930065955
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