Essays about: "Reusable Launchers"

Found 5 essays containing the words Reusable Launchers.

  1. 1. Optimisation of a LOX/Ethanol rocket engine ignition

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Pierre Collard; [2022]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : For more than half a century, humanity has achieved the feat of extracting itself from the earth's atmosphere and sailing into space, broadening the spectrum of knowledge and curiosity. Although space market seemed mastered and stable the arrival of new private players has reorganized the sector through new technological choices. READ MORE

  3. 2. Creation of a set of tools enabling rapid system engineering loops for small reusable launchers

    University essay from KTH/Rymdteknik

    Author : Louise Terrien; [2021]
    Keywords : Reusable Launchers; System Engineering; Trajectory; Kick-Stage; Återanvändbara Bärraketer; Systemteknikslingor; Uppskjutningsbana; Kick-Stage;

    Abstract : The 2010's have seen many changes happening in the launcher world: private players have emerged increasing competition for the traditional launch operators and the development of reusable launcher allowing a decrease in launch cost. The satellite market has also evolved with the appearance of nano-satellites and the development of satellite constellations. READ MORE

  4. 3. Study of Launcher Recovery Systems

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Rymdteknik

    Author : Mauro Rojas Sigala; [2020]
    Keywords : Reusability; Launcher; Propulsion;

    Abstract : The space sector has been evolving due to the fast-technological advancements generating a reduction of manufacturing, cost and size in space missions, where highly capable performing small satellites are becoming the standard in this industry. Furthermore, the high launching cost limits the trend of cost reduction for the space missions, since the small satellites are sent as a second payload. READ MORE

  5. 4. Guidance and Control for Launch and Vertical Descend of Reusable Launchers using Model Predictive Control and Convex Optimisation

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för system- och rymdteknik

    Author : Guillermo Zaragoza Prous; [2020]
    Keywords : Model Predictive Control; RLV; Rocket; Guidance; Control; GNC; Vertical Landing; Vertical Launch; Convex Optimisation; Reusable Launcher;

    Abstract : The increasing market of small and affordable space systems requires fast and reliablelaunch capabilities to cover the current and future demand. This project aims to studyand implement guidance and control schemes for vertical ascent and descent phases ofa reusable launcher. READ MORE

  6. 5. Space Transportation and Exploitation Missions offered by the VEGA Transportation System that could reshape the European Space Industry

    University essay from KTH/Farkost och flyg

    Author : Adrian Buzdugan; [2019]
    Keywords : Index Terms—AVIO; VEGA; VTS; VSS; Requirements; Kit approach; Modularity; Mission; Services; Space; Europe.;

    Abstract : The aim of the thesis is to provide the mission requirements for the VEGA Transportation System(VTS), the equivalent of Phase 0 of a space project. The decrease in sizes and masses of the satellites opened the opportunity for the light capability VEGA launchers to contribute and reshape the European space value chain. READ MORE