Modular Rocket Engine Control Software (MRECS)

Characteristics ...

• NASA Technology Demonstration Program (Contract NAS8-39038)

• Flexible, Modular Software Architecture for Advanced Launch Vehicle Engine Control and Health Management

• Integral Part of NASA's Marshall Avionics System Testbed (MAST)

Benefits ...

• Reduced Advanced Engine Control Design Risks

• Lower Software Maintenance Costs

• Reduced Software Verification Time

• Reuse Software Available for Launch Vehicle Applications

• Enhanced Operability Through Reduced Operations, Maintenance, and Technical Support Personnel

Advanced Engine Control Techniques ...

• COTS-Based Software System

• Real-Time, Multitasking

• State-of-the-Art Programming Language (Ada) and Development Environment

• Distributed, Multiprocessing Capability

• Engine Health Management (EHM) Capability

Address comments to Jerry W. Crook, Sr., by phone at 205-880-5608, or by e-mail at crook@hiwaay.net.