NASA NTRS · 19890034577
Space Shuttle solid rocket motor testing for return to flight - Transient Pressure Test Article test program
Abstract
The Transient Pressure Test Article (TPTA) test program, which is being conducted at a new facility at NASA-Marshall, is described. The facility is designed to test and verify the sealing capability of the redesigned solid rocket motor's (RSRM) field, igniter, and nozzle joints. The test article consists of full-scale RSRM hardware loaded with inert propellant and assembled in a short stack configuration. The test facility is described as well as test implementation, test effectiveness, and test results.
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Vibbart, Charles M.. 1988-12-01. Space Shuttle solid rocket motor testing for return to flight - Transient Pressure Test Article test program. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19890034577
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