Ariane launcher system. Pyrotechnics subsystem: Definition of chains and pyrotechnic components
Abstract
Design of pyrotechnics subsystems and components is reviewed. The technical specifications and procedures followed are outlined. The objectives, system description and functional characteristics of the pyrotechnics subsystems of Ariane 1, 2, and 3, and 4 are discussed. Main propulsion and separation functions, associated electrical systems, payload separation function, and auxiliary take-off and recuperation functions are covered.
- Publication:
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NASA STI/Recon Technical Report N
- Pub Date:
- December 1984
- Bibcode:
- 1984STIN...8531081B
- Keywords:
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- Ariane Launch Vehicle;
- Equipment Specifications;
- Pyrotechnics;
- Design Analysis;
- Ejection;
- Materials Handling;
- Spacecraft Launching;
- Spacecraft Propulsion;
- Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles