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Space Shuttle Paging and Area Warning Systems at the Kennedy Space Center

Authors: Bussey, W. Stephen; Parks, James B.

AES Convention 72 · Paper 1907 · October 1982

Abstract

The Shuttle Transportation System is the most sophisticated spacecraft ever built. Servicing of the Space Shuttle requires an extensive network of Ground Support Equipment at the Kennedy Space Center. Due to the nature of the highly toxic fuels, solid rocket motors, and other hazards associated with the Shuttle, a sophisticated paging and area warning system is required for personnel safety. This paper describes the design philosophy behind the system, unusual acoustical and environmental problems encountered, and actual system implementation.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 72
AES Convention
72
Paper number
1907
Publication date
October 6, 1982
Session subject
Acoustic and Reinforcement Techniques
Affiliation
PRC Systems Services Company, Kennedy Space Center, FL ; National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Kennedy Space Center, FL (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper