NASA Launch Vehicle Handbook

Inside cover
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Technical Information Service N78 71267

Launch Vehicle Handbook compilation of launch performance and weight data for preliminary planning purposes

National Aeronautics and Space Administration Washington D C

Aug 61

Description
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Compilation of launch vehicle performance and weight data for preliminary planning purposes

Compiled by Melvyn Savage Office of Launch Vehicle Programs Analysis and Requirements Office

Introduction
The weight and payload data presented was obtained from the various vehicle system contractors. As such, it represents a variety of computational methods. Therefore direct comparisons of payload capabilities from one vehicle to another could be misleading as the degree of conservatism could vary.

The prime purpose in this compilation is to provide a source of information for preliminary planning purposes. Direct contact with the appropriate NASA vehicle program manager is essential before any firm spacecraft weight and trajectory is established.