Development of Supersonic Retropropulsion for a Mars Precursor Mission
Abstract
Supersonic Retropropulsion (SRP) is a promising EDL technology for future Mars missions. This paper summarizes the current state of SRP and recommends tasks to prepare for a Mars robotic precursor mission in the 2018-2024 timeframe.
- Publication:
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Concepts and Approaches for Mars Exploration
- Pub Date:
- June 2012
- Bibcode:
- 2012LPICo1679.4151E