Project Title:

Spacecraft Multiphase Flow Experiments

15.02-3800
901249
Spacecraft Multiphase Flow Experiments

Abstract:

We propose in Phase I to define multiphase flow experiments critical to assure reliable
operation of spacecraft multiphase flow systems for NASA missions. The objectives
of this work are to design critical experiments to effectively use the facilities
at NASA/LeRC in Phase II and to design experiments to be performed in space thereafter.
In this way, the science of microgravity multiphase flow will be advanced and the
technology risks of multiphase systems for thermal management, power and other spacecraft
systems will be anticipated.
This proposal is focused on immediate NASA needs for spacecraft development. It supports
the firm's business plan to commercialize equipment and services to NASA, DOD, and
their prime contractors.
multiphase flow, spacecraft flow instability