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C-1995-605: Sample from the HETF C-1995-1782: Tube samples used in the Heated Tube Facility
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The Heated Tube Facility at NASA GRC investigates cooling issues by simulating conditions characteristic of rocket engine thrust chambers and high speed airbreathing propulsion systems.

Name: Heated Tube Facility
Capabilities: • Electrical Heating
• Hydrocarbon, LN2, GN2, and GHe feed systems
• Vacuum test chamber
• Low and high speed data acquisition
• Low operating costs
Facility Manager (Acting): Stephen.M.Helland@nasa.gov

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