NSSD 6-85 National Space Transportation and Support Study

Task 3: In response to the NSDD-144 - Launch Vehicle Technology Study recommendation, identify launch vehicle technologies that could be made available for use in the post-1995 period. Emphasis should be on non-vehicle-specific technologies which will enable and enhance future space transportation systems. Technology investment strategies should be developed with the intent of revitalizing the nation's launch technology base. Interim results for this task should be available by August 15, 1985. ter Task 4: Based on the technology needs and opportunities identified in the course of Tasks 2 and` 3, identify the tech- nology development programs which will make them available when required, including objectives, milestones, funding profiles and technical/cost risk assessments. tot The results of the coordinated study will be available one year from the date of this NSSD and will be considered in the FY 1988 and later budget process of the DOD and NASA. It would also be desirable to identify initial technology investment opportunities for the FY 1987 budget submissions based on interim findings. ORGANIZATION This study will be performed by a joint DOD/NASA task team. Oversight of the study will be provided by a senior level joint steering group composed of an equal number of members from NASA and DOD. The final report on this study will be completed not later than one year from the date of this NSSD. The report will be reviewed by the Secretary of Defense, the Director of Central Intelligence, and the Administrator of NASA and then forwarded to the Senior Interagency Group for Space for review. Based upon its review, the SIG (Space) will make recommendations to the President, as appropriate. tot increase CONT DENTIAL d'INGLIDENTIALI