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X-38: Four Phases of Development and Testing |
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| Phase 1 (more) - The initial phase of the project has been completed successfully. The primary objective of Phase 1 was to evaluate the touchdown dynamics (including slideout) of a subscale vehicle/parachute combination with 2.0 lb/ft2 parafoil loading. Phase 2 (more)- The most important objective of this phase is to demonstrate deployment, autonomous flight, and landing flare capability of a full-scale parafoil/payload system with a wing loading of 2.0 pounds per square foot. Phase 3 (more)- The primary objective of Phase 3 is to assess the aerodynamics and stability and control of both the free-flight vehicle and the vehicle/parachute combination. Phase 4 (more)- The two main objectives of this phase are to demonstrate free-flight vehicle stability and control characteristics in the supersonic, transonic, and subsonic flight regimes and to demonstrate the operation of space-qualified systems for the vehicle. | ||
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