A Phase II program is proposed to address fundamental technical and cost risks associated with the Segmented Launch Vehicle (SLV) concept. The SLV is an innovative, largely unexplored approach that will significantly reduce the cost of delivering cargo toLow Earth Orbit. A family of vehicles is… More

A Phase II program is proposed to address fundamental technical and cost risks associated with the Segmented Launch Vehicle (SLV) concept. The SLV is an innovative, largely unexplored approach that will significantly reduce the cost of delivering cargo toLow Earth Orbit. A family of vehicles is… More

Altitude compensating nozzles continue to be of interest for use on future launch vehicle boosters and upper stages because of their higher mission average Isp and superior packaging efficiency compared with conventional bell nozzle designs. The plume physics and performance of altitude compensating… More

Launch vehicle subsystem preliminary design tools that are fast, accurate, and seamlessly integrated into an electronic design and optimization environment have become an essential part of the preliminary design process. A Phase I study is proposed to significantly enhance the capabilities of the… More

This proposal responds to subtopic O2.02 "Propulsion Technologies" and the stated need to develop component technologies that will lead to future propulsion systems that are reliable and have adequate performance without requiring excessive specialized handling equipment and procedures or… More

KT Engineering (KTE) is pleased to submit this proposal to address the stated need for "innovative solutions that will allow spaceport launch service providers to operate in an efficient, low cost manner and increases capabilities associated with integration, checkout, and preparations required… More