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Top-Level <strong>Aerocapture</strong> Infusion Roadmap<br />

In-Space Propulsion <strong>Technology</strong><br />

(2002+)<br />

Systems Analysis<br />

<strong>Technology</strong> Development<br />

Aeroshells and TPS<br />

Aerothermal Models<br />

Guidance, Navigation and Control<br />

Instrumentation<br />

Additional development:<br />

Aerothermal<br />

TPS/test facilities<br />

Aerodynamics<br />

Structures/manufacturing<br />

Earth Orbit Flight<br />

Test (2015)<br />

Inner Planet/OP Satellite<br />

<strong>Aerocapture</strong> Missions (2018+)<br />

(Low L/D, modest TPS needs)<br />

Mars Titan<br />

Venus<br />

Additional development:<br />

Aerothermal<br />

TPS/test facilities<br />

Aerodynamics<br />

Structures/manufacturing<br />

Giant Planet <strong>Aerocapture</strong> Missions (2025+)<br />

(High L/D, substantial TPS needs)<br />

Jupiter Saturn Uranus Neptune

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