Water Impact Test of Aft Skirt End Ring, and Mid Ring Segments of the Space Shuttle Solid Rocket Booster

摘要

The results of water impact loads tests using aft skirt end ring, and mid ring segments of the Space Shuttle Solid Rocket Booster (SRB) are examined. Dynamic structural response data is developd and an evaluation of the model in various configurations is presented. Impact velocities are determined for the SRB with the larger main chute system. Various failure modes are also investigated.