TECHNICAL SCOPE
Propulsion and Energetic Technology .................................................. 2
Aerospace Materials ............................................................................. 2
Combustion Science .............................................................................. 2
Exhaust Plume Technology ................................................................. 2
Modeling and Simulation for Propulsion Systems ............................ 2
Nondestructive Evaluation .................................................................. 3
Propellants, Explosives and Aerospace Fuels .................................... 3
Propulsion Systems Safety and Hazards ............................................ 3
Rocket Nozzle Technology ................................................................... 4
Safety and Environmental Protection ................................................ 4
Structures and Mechanical Behavior ................................................. 4
Propulsion Systems and Components ................................................... 6
Airbreathing Propulsion ...................................................................... 6
Gun and Gun-Launched Propulsion .................................................. 6
Hybrid Propulsion ................................................................................ 6
Liquid Propulsion ................................................................................. 6
Solid Propulsion .................................................................................... 7
Spacecraft Propulsion .......................................................................... 7
Propulsion System Applications ............................................................ 9
Gun and Gun-Launched Propulsion .................................................. 9
Tactical Propulsion ............................................................................... 9
Space Access Propulsion ...................................................................... 9
Strategic/Missile Defense Propulsion ................................................. 9
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Propulsion and Energetic Technology
Aerospace Materials
Combustion Science
Guns
Ignition and Combustion of Gun Propellants
Solid Propellants and Combustion
Decomposition, Ignition, Kinetics, Combustion and Extinguishment of Ingredients &
Propellants
Failure Analysis of SRMs
Solid Propellant Combustion Instability
Metal Combustion
Combustion, Prediction and Performance in SRMs
Solid Rocket IHPRPT Combustion Technologies
Reactive Materials
Explosive Performance/Enhanced Blast
Performance and Blast Modeling
Diagnostics and Test
Airbreathing Combustion
Combustion Diagnostics
Liquid, Hybrid and Novel Propellants & Combustion Dynamics
Liquid and Gaseous Propellants
Monopropellants, Bipropellant and Hybrids
Hydrogen Peroxide
Underwater Propulsion
Exhaust Plume Technology
Exhaust Plume Flow Field Analysis
Exhaust Plume Radiation
Exhaust Plume Effects
Other Exhaust Plume Related Problems
SPIRITS User Group
Target Signature Phenomenology
Atmospheric Transmission/Radiation
Code Development
Instructional Tutorials
Modeling and Simulation for Propulsion Systems
Virtual Engineering
System Engineering
Integrated Health Management
Uncertainty Assessment and Management
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Nondestructive Evaluation
Manufacturing and Inspection Technology
Monitoring and Control
Automated NDE Sensing for quality control and conformance
Embedded Sensing
NDE Static Test Methods
NDE Standards
NDE for Health Management
NDE in Service Life and Aging
Post Acceptance
Strategic Sustainment
Advanced Imaging NDE Systems
Propellants, Explosives and Aerospace Fuels
Liquid Propellants
Propellant Process Engineering
Solid Propellant Chemistry Test Methods
Solid Propellant Ingredients
Propellant Surveillance and Aging
Gun and High Gas Output Devices
Green Energetic Materials (GEM)
Reactive Materials
Explosives and Other Topics
Propulsion Systems Safety and Hazards
Thermal Decomposition and Cookoff
Thermal Decomposition, Ignition and Combustion
Cookoff Hazards Assessment and Mitigation
Violent Reaction and Detonation
Rocket Propellants
Hot Spot Initiation from Shock and Impact
Detonation Phenomena
Energetic Material Response to Shock Loading
Projectile Impact
Bullet/Fragment/Shaped-Charge Jet Impact Assessment and Mitigation
Gun Propellant Vulnerability
Gun Propellant Vulnerability
Propulsion System Safety, Hazard Classification & Insensitive Munitions
Hazard Classification of Large Motors
Insensitive Munitions & Hazards Classification
Threat Hazard Assessment
Hydrogen Peroxide Hazards
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Rocket Nozzle Technology
Structural Analysis and Modeling
Nozzle Design, Test and Evaluation
Evaluation, Health Monitoring
Design Lessons Learned
Test
New Materials
In-Process Characterization Techniques and Instrumentation
Thrust Management Control
Low Cost/Low Weight Nozzles and Materials
Thrust Vector Control
Reduction of Weight, Volume, Cost
IHPRPT
MEMS
Safety and Environmental Protection
Toxicology
Atmospheric Dispersion Modeling and Hazards
Instrumentation
Environmental
Industrial Hygiene
Range Safety and Explosive Safety
Packaging, Handling and Transportation
Pollution, Prevention, Waste Management, Hazardous Materials Control & Waste
Management
Demilitarization, Reclamation and Reuse Technologies
Review of Accidents and Incidents
Structures and Mechanical Behavior
Service Life
Aging
Limiting Factors for Propulsion Systems and Components
Development Approaches
Motor Monitoring, NDE
Hazards
Material Properties and Characteristics
Gun Tube Erosion, propellant effects
Fundamental Molecular Modeling of Gun Tube Erosion
Test Methods for Liquid Engine & Components
Test Methods for Propellant Case or Component Construction
Material Property Optimization
Test Equipment and Procedures, Instrumentation, Data Acquisition, Reduction,
Analysis
Test Specimen Preparation
Mechanical Properties related to Hazards
Structural Analysis and Design
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SOA Structural Analysis Techniques
Non-linear Elastic-Plastic Analysis
Predictive Modeling
Health Monitoring Analysis Methods
Experimental Structural and Mechanical Analysis and Test
Experimental Methods
Experimental Stress Analysis
Validation of Stress and Failure Analyses
Structural/Ballistic Interactions
Statistical Considerations of Stress Analyses
Analysis and Test Methods for Motors, Nozzles, Guns
Fundamental Chemistry of Gun Barrel Materials and Combustion Products
Interaction
Macroscopic Erosion of Gun Tube Wear
Defect Evaluation
Predicting Crack Growth and Cumulative Damage
Crack Propagation and Fracture Theory
Pressure Driven Structural/Ballistic Interaction
Fracture Mechanics and Fracture Characterization
Failure Investigation Tools and Methodologies
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Propulsion Systems and Components
Airbreathing Propulsion
Conventional Ramjets
Scramjets
Scramjet Structures
Propulsion Structures and Materials
Airframe Structures and Materials
Scramjet Component/Engine Testing
Combined/Advanced Cycle Propulsion
Small/Expendable Turbopropulsion
Fuel Technology
Component Modeling & Simulation
Propulsion Code Validation
Component Analysis
Gun and Gun-Launched Propulsion
Hybrid Propulsion
Liquid Propulsion
Liquid Engine Systems
System Trade Studies
Health Management and Controls
Test Practices and Standards
Advanced Materials and Fabrication Processes, Characterization and Applications
Long Life, Reusable and Long-Duration Engine Design and Integration
Small Launch Vehicle Engines
Liquid Combustion Subsystems and Components
Hydrocarbon Fuel Characteristics and Specifications
Advanced Liquid and Gel Propellants
Thrust Chamber Assembly (TCA) Design and Applications
Liquid Propellant Feed and Pressurization
Turbomachinery Design and Applications
Pressurization and Feed Subsystem Design and Applications
Tactical Liquid and Gel Propulsion Systems
Mission Trade Studies
System and Component Analysis and Trades
Specific Tactical Propulsion Systems
System Safety, Handling, Transportation and Environmental Issues
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Solid Propulsion
Spacecraft Propulsion
Advanced Chemical Propulsion
Advanced Propellants
Propellant management
Lightweight Components and Manufacturing Technologies
Aerocapture
Rigid Aeroshell
Inflatable/Deployable
Electric Propulsion
Basic Research of Electric Propulsion Thrusters (EPTs)
System Engineering of EPTs
EPT Applications
EPT Flight Programs
Modeling of EPTs and Integration
Nuclear Thermal Propulsion
Nuclear Thermal Rocket (NTR) design
Solid Core NTR
Reactor Design
Nuclear Fuel Options
Reactor Controls and Shielding
NTR Test Methods and Facilities
NTR Demonstration Options
Safety, Reliability, Risk
NTR Vehicle Operations and Cost
Solar Sails
Mission Concepts
Innovative Sail Designs and Concepts
Technology Testing
Sail Packaging and Deployment
Guidance, Navigation and Control
Sail Materials and Dynamics
Environmental Issues
Solar Thermal Propulsion
Mission Concepts and Applications
Engine Concepts
Engine Structures, Materials and Insulation
Reflectors
Engine/Concentrator Integration and Alignment
Sun Acquisition, Tracking and Pointing
Future Technologies
Fusion Energy
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High-Energy Fuels
Antimatter
Laser or Microwave
Mass Drivers
Tether Systems
Momentum Exchange Electrodynamic Reboost (MXER)
Electrodynamic (ED) Tethers
Analysis of Performance
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Propulsion System Applications
Gun and Gun-Launched Propulsion
Conventional
Unconventional
Trade Studies/Analysis
High Operating Pressure Concepts
Assisted Projectiles
Assisted Guided Munitions
Insensitive Munitions
Tactical Propulsion
Airbreathing
Hybrid
Solid Propellant
Demilitarization
Hypersonic
Improved Missile Kinematics
Insensitive Munitions
Propulsion System Product Improvement
Space Access Propulsion
Airbreathing
Rocket-Based Chemical
Spacecraft
Strategic/Missile Defense Propulsion
Strategic Systems
Ground-Based Missile Defense
Sea-Based Missile Defense
Advanced Propellants
Insensitive Munitions
Energy Management
Dual Mode Systems (Airbreathing/Rocket)
Post Boost Control
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