Title

Dynamics Of A Space Module Impacting Water

Abstract

The dynamic response of a Water Landing Space Module (WLSM) during impact upon water was investigated. A l/5th-scale model was tested in a water tank and the results were compared with those attained using analytical techniques and computer simulations. A knowledge of the response of the WLSM during impact is necessary to identify design choices that are within the physical limitations of crew members and materials. The purpose of this research was to use simulations to establish trends that occur when the variables of entry speed, angle, and weight are varied. Results suggest which initial conditions of the full-scale WLSM keep impact accelerations under specified limits. © 1994 by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Inc., All rights reserved.

Publication Date

1-1-1994

Publication Title

Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets

Volume

31

Issue

3

Number of Pages

509-515

Document Type

Article

Identifier

scopus

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.2514/3.26468

Socpus ID

0028422991 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/0028422991

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