Revitalizing the hydrodynamic support for space shuttle

Abstract

The condition of the equipment retained from the Saturn V hydrodynamic support (HDS) is described along with the work necessary to supplement, modify, and refurbish it for the space shuttle mated vehicle ground vibration test (MVGVT). The design changes necessary to adapt the Saturn V HDS design for the space shuttle are described and the results of the inventory and inspection are given.