NASA NTRS · 20180006829
Human Mars Entry, Descent and Landing Architecture Study (EDLAS): Rigid Decelerators
Abstract
Develop two evolutionary rigid vehicle concepts to deliver human-scale payloads (20 metric tons) to the surface of Mars: Capsule; Lifting body, mid-range lift-to-drag ratio (Mid L/D). Determine vehicle configurations for various mission flight phases. Determine vehicle performance: Integrated system mass; Ability to meet landing constraints; Payload packaging and surface access. Provide technology investment recommendations to NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate.
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Polsgrove, Tara, Percy, Thomas, Garcia, Jay, Dwyer Cianciolo, Alicia, Samareh, Jamshid, Lugo, Rafael, Robertson, Ed, Cerimele, Chris, Sostaric, Ron. 2018-09-17. Human Mars Entry, Descent and Landing Architecture Study (EDLAS): Rigid Decelerators. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20180006829
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