Testing and Numerical Modeling of Hypervelocity Impact Damaged Space Station Multilayer Insulation
Abstract
Results are presented of experiments measuring the degradation of the insulating capabilities of the multilayer insulation (MLI) of the Space Station Freedom, when subjected to hypervelocity impact damage. A simple numerical model was developed for use in an engineering design environment for quick assessment of thermal effect of the impact. The model was validated using results from thermal vacuum tests on MLI with simulated damage. The numerical model results agreed with experimental data.
- Publication:
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Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets
- Pub Date:
- September 1992
- DOI:
- 10.2514/3.11517
- Bibcode:
- 1992JSpRo..29..727R
- Keywords:
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- Hypervelocity Impact;
- Impact Damage;
- Mathematical Models;
- Multilayer Insulation;
- Space Debris;
- Space Station Structures;
- Space Station Freedom;
- Structural Design;
- Temperature Effects;
- Thermal Vacuum Tests;
- Spacecraft Design, Testing and Performance