Modeling and prediction of magnetic storage and reorientation of LOX in reduced gravity
Abstract
A computational simulation is used to model magnetically induced cryogenic propellant flows in reduced gravity. Simulations of magnetic positive positioning and storage of LOX are presented and evaluated. The influence of the magnetic field and its feasibility for use in each respective application is explored. The magnetic Bond number is utilized as predictive correlating parameter for investigating these processes. Evidence is presented to support the hypothesis that magnetic fields may be an attractive option for positive positioning of cryogenic propellants in future spacecraft systems and the hypothesis that the magnetic Bond number is an effective dimensionless parameter for modeling and understanding such systems. © 2002 by J. G. Marchetta, J. I. Hochstein, D. R. Sauter, and B. D. Simmons.
Publication Title
40th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting and Exhibit
Recommended Citation
Marchetta, J., Hochstein, J., Sauter, D., & Simmons, B. (2002). Modeling and prediction of magnetic storage and reorientation of LOX in reduced gravity. 40th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting and Exhibit Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.memphis.edu/facpubs/14836
