A concept study of a remotely piloted vehicle for Mars exploration

Details A concept study of a remotely piloted vehicle for Mars exploration A concept study of a remotely piloted vehicle for Mars exploration

Aug 1978

adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1978stin...7912128.&link_type=abstract

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Aerodynamic Configurations, Astrionics, Mars Landing, Mission Planning, Remotely Piloted Vehicles, Airborne/Spaceborne Computers, Atmospheric Entry, Mars Atmosphere, Space Capsules, Space Missions

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Candidate configurations are discussed for shuttle-transported, spacecraft-deployed remotely piloted vehicles having individual aeroshells, parachutes, and scientific payloads for Mars exploration. Topics covered include aerodynamics; powerplants; structural materials; deployment and descent interface systems; payloads; secondary power; thermal control; navigation, guidance and control, communications, weight and center of gravity; performance; and flight testing. The advantages of the recommended electric-powered cruiser/lander configuration are summarized.

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