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COBEM 2023
27th International Congress of Mechanical Engineering
Performance parameters, economic viability and sustainability of hybrid rocket propellants: a systematic review
Submission Author:
Paulo Brandão , DF
Co-Authors:
Paulo Brandão, Carlos Veras, EDGAR AMARAL SILVEIRA
Presenter: Paulo Brandão
doi://10.26678/ABCM.COBEM2023.COB2023-0414
Abstract
Hybrid rocket propellant engines (HRPE) have been the focus of many studies o account of their potential for the Space 4.0 industry. In this context, this article conducts a systematic review on different pairs of oxidizer and fuel applied to HRPE, with special attention on performance, economic viability and sustainability. The analysis includes parameters such as regression rate, the specific impulse, mechanical properties, emissions, cost, and ease of access. The environmental impact of the propellants, such as their emissions and waste generation, is a crucial consideration in the development of environmentally friendly propulsion systems. The article also evaluates attempts to improve the performance of the propellants through the fuel blending, emphasizing the importance of sustainability in the selection of oxidizers and fuels combinations. The article’s main objective is to identify the best combination of oxidizer and fuel for the Brazilian scenario. A comprehensive literature search was conducted to achieve these objectives, and the findings were synthesized and analyzed. The InOrdinatio methodology was applied to 1739 documents obtained in the Web of Science search directory applying the following keywords: “hybrid rocket”, “propellant,” and “sustain*.” It can be inferred from the research that using fuel blends does not make significant changes in specific impulse, but can improve physical characteristics of the propellants in certain cases. A basic economic analysis was also performed for the launch system’s development, production and operation based on the best propellants combination. The findings can help researchers and engineers in the aerospace industry to design more efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly hybrid rocket propulsion systems for future space missions. The review also investigates the use of high-performance hybrid rocket fuels in ramjet engines of long-range missile systems.
Keywords
Combustion, Regression Rate, Propulsion, fuel, Propellant, Paraffin, HTPB, Hydrogen Peroxide, economic viability., sustainability, hybrid rocket
