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Model implementation for dynamic computation of system cost for advanced life support.

J A Levri1, D A Vaccari

  • 1Department of Civil, Environmental, and Ocean Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ 07030, USA. julie.A.Levri@NASA.gov

Advances in Space Research : the Official Journal of the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR)
|April 26, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Dynamic mission simulation offers a viable method for accurately estimating life support system launch costs in early space mission design. This approach aids in evaluating requirements satisfaction and improving designs for long-duration missions.

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Area of Science:

  • Spacecraft Engineering
  • Systems Engineering
  • Mission Design

Background:

  • Life support systems for long-duration space missions face numerous complex requirements.
  • Evaluating these requirements early in mission design is challenging.
  • Launch cost is a critical, quantifiable factor in early mission design.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the suitability of dynamic mission simulation for estimating life support system launch costs.
  • To present an abbreviated dynamic simulation model for life support systems.
  • To explore the utilization of such models for design enhancement.

Main Methods:

  • Dynamic mission simulation applied to life support systems.
  • Development of an abbreviated dynamic simulation model.
Keywords:
NASA Discipline Life Support SystemsNon-NASA Center

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  • Analysis of simulation outputs for cost estimation and design improvement.

    • Main Results:

    • Dynamic mission simulation is appropriate for estimating life support system launch costs.
    • The simulation model provides a framework for early-stage design evaluation.
    • Simulation can identify areas for design improvement.

    Conclusions:

    • Dynamic mission simulation is a valuable tool for assessing life support system launch costs.
    • This method supports informed decision-making in early mission design.
    • Simulation facilitates iterative design improvements for space missions.