TARGET VALIDATION FOR A CLASS OF BACTERIAL INHIBITORS

Not Available This Phase I effort will apply CALNETIX extensive expertise in developing high-speed and cryogenic motor systems to the development of an electriclly driven rocket engine boost pump. With a second stage engine in the 50,000 to 250,000 lb. thrust range as the preliminary target for this initial application, the pump motor will be capable of providing 100 to 500 Hp at 20,000 to 50,000 rpm. The system must take maximum advantage of the cryogenic liquid cooling for maximum power density, i.e. minimum size and weight. The design parameters will be defined in the initial task of the program by working with rocket engine manufacturers Pratt & Whitney and Boeing-Rocketdyne. The Phase I program would then perform a design study to determine the feasibility and the optimum system approach to incorporate this technology into the engine fuel system. Following the selection of the most promising approach, a conceptual design will be developed for the electric motor driven pump. A detailed analysis to verify magnetic, electrical, and mechanical performance will then be performed. A test plan to verify performance in a simulated environment will be developed for the Phase II effort, as well as a Phase II work plan. A final report of this Phase I effort will be submitted as the program deliverable.