Space Shuttle Main Engine program

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Team_Rocket
gptkbp:check_in_time 8.5 minutes
gptkbp:combustion_chamber_pressure 3,000 psi
gptkbp:control_system digital
variable
computerized
gptkbp:cooling_system regenerative cooling
gptkbp:debut gptkb:1975
gptkbp:design 100 flights
gptkbp:developed_by gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:development gptkb:1970
gptkb:1981
gptkbp:durability gptkb:true
gptkbp:engine gptkb:international_partners
ongoing
extensive
advanced materials
modular
controlled
spark ignition
staged combustion
influenced future rocket designs
gptkbp:engine_configuration vertical
gptkbp:engine_development_cost $1 billion
gptkbp:engine_nozzle_type aerospike
gptkbp:engine_power high efficiency
gptkbp:engine_retirement_reason program discontinuation
gptkbp:engine_type staged combustion cycle
gptkbp:final_test_flight gptkb:2011
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1981
gptkb:2011
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 14.5 ft
3.7 ft
gptkbp:fuel_type liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Space Shuttle Main Engine program
gptkbp:ignition_system hypergolic
gptkbp:impact space exploration advancements
gptkbp:is_tested_for gptkb:NASA_Stennis_Space_Center
gptkbp:launches_supported 135
gptkbp:maintenance periodic inspections
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Rocketdyne
gptkbp:number_of_engines three
gptkbp:operated_by gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:operational_status retired
gptkbp:operational_use 30 years
gptkbp:propulsion 1,000,000 lbf
128:1
gptkbp:specific_impulse 452 seconds
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Space_Launch_System
gptkbp:total_engines_built 135
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Space_Shuttle
gptkbp:water_requirement 1,000 lb/s
1,500 lb/s
gptkbp:weight 7,800 lb
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:RS-25
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5