Orbital assist module and interstage
US5816539A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 4, 1995 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 4, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64G2005/005
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An orbital assist module and an interstage for a launch vehicle. The orbital assist module includes a cylindrical outer wall and a support structure secured to an inner surface of the cylindrical outer wall. The support structure defines a plurality of fuel tank supporting zones, at least one of the zones supporting a fuel tank by means of securing formations. A plurality of nozzles are connected to the fuel tanks by means of fuel lines and a plurality of valves are mounted in the fuel lines. The interstage comprises a cylinder having a leading and a trailing end and an explosive connector at the leading end for connecting the interstage to a trailing end of a launch vehicle motor. A connecting bracket is secured to the trailing end of the cylinder for connecting a second launch vehicle motor to the cylinder.
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