A review of hybrid rockets: present status and future potential |
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Authors: | H S Mukunda V K Jain P J Paul |
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Affiliation: | (1) Department of Aeronautical Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, 560 012 Bangalore |
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Abstract: | This paper discusses the potential of the hybrid rocket engine as a viable and attractive mode of propulsion for both space
vehicles and missiles. Research and development work on this engine in other countries is presented and evaluated. The various
advantages of a hybrid engine over solid and liquid engines and its problems are highlighted. It has been argued that because
of the low technology needed in the development of the hybrid system, it constitutes a cost-and-time-effective propulsion
system for several applications in space programmes as well as weapon systems. In support of this conclusion, experience on
the developmental studies of a variable thrust 100 kg engine is presented. Some future possibilities for hybrid propulsion
systems are cited. |
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Keywords: | Rocket propulsion hybrid rocket engines hypergolic fuels storable rockets |
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