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Combustion experiments on STS-83 and STS-94 - The crew's perspective

Microgravity combustion experiments conducted aboard STS-83 and STS-94 are briefly reviewed with emphasis on the vital role of the flight crew. The role of the crew varied from the assembly of the experiments to the application of scientific judgment at crucial points in the operations. The scientif...

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Published in:Combustion and flame 1999-02, Vol.116 (3), p.321
Main Authors: Linteris, Gregory T, Voss, Janice, Crouch, Roger
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Microgravity combustion experiments conducted aboard STS-83 and STS-94 are briefly reviewed with emphasis on the vital role of the flight crew. The role of the crew varied from the assembly of the experiments to the application of scientific judgment at crucial points in the operations. The scientific understanding of the experiment by the crew was essential for successful operation. As an example, some details of the Langmuir Soot Process experiment are described. (AIAA)
ISSN:0010-2180