Simulation and prediction of magnetic cryogenic propellant positioning in reduced gravity
Abstract
A computational simulation is used to model magnetically driven cryogenic propellant flows in reduced gravity. A magnetic bond number is defined and serves as a valuable predictive correlating parameter for investigating this process. Simulation results comparing the effects of reduced gravity on the magnetic propellant positioning process are presented and the influence of the magnetic field on propellant reorientation timing is evaluated. Evidence is presented and conclusions are drawn that support the use of the simulation and the magnetic Bond number as viable modeling and predictive tools in the continuing study of magnetic fluid positioning. © 2001 by J. G. Marchetta, J. I. Hochstein, and D. R. Sauter.
Publication Title
39th Aerospace Sciences Meeting and Exhibit
Recommended Citation
Marchetta, J., Hochstein, J., & Sauter, D. (2001). Simulation and prediction of magnetic cryogenic propellant positioning in reduced gravity. 39th Aerospace Sciences Meeting and Exhibit https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2001-930
