After satellite deployment, the second stage of a LM-2C launch vehicle performing a SSO mission has an orbital life of over 50 years. It is therefore necessary to vent the residual propellants in the 2nd stage to avoi...After satellite deployment, the second stage of a LM-2C launch vehicle performing a SSO mission has an orbital life of over 50 years. It is therefore necessary to vent the residual propellants in the 2nd stage to avoid debris-generating in-orbit explosion. Based on the characteristics of LM-2C, several concepts have been proposed. After detailed evaluation of these concepts, the method to drain the residual propellants through the main valves of the main engine has been selected.展开更多
文摘After satellite deployment, the second stage of a LM-2C launch vehicle performing a SSO mission has an orbital life of over 50 years. It is therefore necessary to vent the residual propellants in the 2nd stage to avoid debris-generating in-orbit explosion. Based on the characteristics of LM-2C, several concepts have been proposed. After detailed evaluation of these concepts, the method to drain the residual propellants through the main valves of the main engine has been selected.