Use of cryogenic components of propellants for liquid-propellant rocket engines and in life support systems of manned space vehicles

The cited materials show the use of oxygen, hydrogen, liquefied natural gases (methane) and fluorine as components of the fuel for liquid-propellant rocket engines (LRE). The reasons for the need to use oxygen as an oxidizing agent are indicated. The advantages and disadvantages are disclosed from t...

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Main Author: Orlin Sergei A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2020-01-01
Series:MATEC Web of Conferences
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Online Access:https://www.matec-conferences.org/articles/matecconf/pdf/2020/20/matecconf_cryogen2020_01005.pdf