Case Study: Reynolds, Smith & Hills expands a space launch system with minimal environmental impact using Datacor Impulse

Reynolds, Smith & Hills expands launch system with Datacor using 160,000 gpm of added water

Reynolds, Smith & Hills, an engineering firm, was challenged with modifying a launch water system at a space launch complex to support a larger rocket with minimal new infrastructure and environmental impact. The firm needed to accurately model the complex system's transient events to ensure it could deliver the required massive volume of water. They chose to use Impulse from vendor Datacor to complete this analysis.

Datacor's Impulse software enabled RS&H to model the existing and modified system, including pumps, valves, and nozzles. The solution involved utilizing existing pumps for new deflector rings and implementing a separate, compact system with a nitrogen-pressurized tank to supply additional water. This approach from Datacor successfully met all requirements with a minimal environmental footprint, delivering an extra 160,000 gpm for sound suppression and 100,000 gpm for pad cooling.

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