Adaptive Thermal Protection System with Embedded Ceramic Micro-Spheres for Hypersonic Reentry Vehicles: A Theoretical Proposal
Description
This Zenodo record contains the complete theoretical proposal and analysis for the Micro-Sphere Enhanced Ablative Layer (MSEAL) concept—an innovative thermal protection system enhancement for hypersonic reentry vehicles like NASA's Orion capsule. The work includes:
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The full research paper (PDF) detailing the concept, theoretical analysis, and implications for the Artemis program.
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Complete Python code for parametric performance analysis.
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All simulation results and data files.
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Summary visualizations and technical tables.
The MSEAL concept addresses char loss issues observed in Artemis I by embedding ceramic micro-spheres into the Avcoat ablator to modify the boundary layer and enhance pyrolysis gas venting, potentially reducing convective heat flux by 5-16%.
Keywords: Thermal Protection System, TPS, Hypersonic Reentry, Micro-Spheres, Artemis Program, Orion, Avcoat, Boundary Layer, CFD, Python, Open Source
License: MIT License
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Adaptive Thermal Protection.md
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