APOLLO2 FOR DUMMIES

Wernher von Braun and others also experienced options for the rocket that might have featured 8 File-1 engines in its first phase, similar to the Saturn C-eight, making it possible for a direct ascent flight into the Moon. Other options to the Saturn V known as for employing a Centaur being an upper phase or including strap-on boosters. These enhan

The S-IVB also continued to thrust in a low degree by venting gaseous hydrogen, to maintain propellants settled in their tanks and forestall gaseous cavities from forming in propellant feed lines. This venting also preserved Harmless pressures as liquid hydrogen boiled off in the gas tank. This venting thrust conveniently exceeded aerodynamic drag.