Spacecraft Propulsion And Power

Year Published: 1966

Creator: Ames Research Center

Format: 16mm

Sound: sound

Description: Relates sources of energy needed to propel vehicles in space. Discusses the primary and auxiliary spacecraft systems with animation showing an Apollo lunar mission profile. Illustrates principles of rocket thrust and delineates the use of liquid and solid propellants. Concludes with the spacecraft electrical power systems, including fuel cells, solar cells and dynamic engines.


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