What is BS EN 16603-35-02 - Solid propulsion for spacecraft and launchers about?
BS EN 16603-35-02 is a European standard that defines the regulatory aspects that apply to the elements and processes of solid propulsion for launch vehicles and spacecraft.
BS EN 16603-35-02 specifies the activities to be performed in the engineering of these propulsion systems and their applicability. BS EN 16603-35-02 defines the requirements for the engineering aspects such as functional, physical, environmental, quality factors, operational, and verification.
BS EN 16603-35-02 may be tailored for the specific characteristic and constraints of a space project in conformance with ECSS-S-ST-00.
Note 1: Some solid propulsion systems use hot gas valves, for thrust or pressure modulation. The requirements applicable to these systems are not covered by BS EN 16603-35-02.
Note 2: For SRM with TVC, only movable nozzle with flex-seal is addressed.
Who is BS EN 16603-35-02 - Solid propulsion for spacecraft and launchers for?
BS EN 16603-35-02 on solid propulsion for spacecraft and launchers is relevant to:
- Aerospace and defence industries
- Design engineers
- Launch vehicles, transfer vehicles and spacecraft manufacturers
- Quality compliance personnel for space products
Why should you use BS EN 16603-35-02 - Solid propulsion for spacecraft and launchers?
Solid propulsion systems deliver a velocity increment in a fixed direction concerning the launcher or spacecraft or a variable direction, depending on whether TVC is present or not.
Most solid propulsion systems use a single nozzle and roll control is usually provided by a separate system. Solid propulsion systems are “one-shot” systems and do not need a lot of preparation before use.
BS EN 16603-35-02 provides you with the guidelines and requirements regarding solid propulsion engineering activities like functional, constraints, interfaces, design, ground support equipment (GSE), materials, in-service and deliverables.
This assists in efficiently performing various engineering activities.
BS EN 16603-35-02 also provides the best industry guidance regarding the production and manufacturing and verification of space propulsion systems to manufacture efficient space propulsion systems that are of high durability.
As a design engineer of launch vehicles, BS EN 16603-35-02 assists in selecting the propulsion systems and design process.
