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Structural Architectural Analysis for Space Vehicles

This study analyzes the structural architecture of space vehicles, focusing on historical data and critical considerations such as fuel vs. structure, heat and thermal shielding, material selection, and integration of propulsion. Conclusions highlight factors for designing reliable systems.

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Structural Architectural Analysis for Space Vehicles

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  1. Brandon AndersonWeek 1: January 18th, 2007 Structures Group

  2. Sizing the Structural Architecture • Departure and Arrival Vehicles • DE Based on Historical Data (Apollo) • Other vehicles depend heavily on D&C, propulsion • 90% fuel 10% structure • Comm. Satellites • Based on historical Mars satellite data • Heat Shields • As intended for taxi capsule

  3. Conclusions • Many Factors to Consider and Derive • Radiation Shielding • Thermal Shielding • Structural Material Selection • Critical Loading (launch, pressure vessels, etc.) • Integration of Propulsion, life support, etc.

  4. Data

  5. Data Continued

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