SpaceX bid the existing launch vehicles of Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy, while Blue Origin was expected to bid New Glenn, ULA bid Vulcan Centaur, and NGIS's bid status was not reported. The EELV competition was expected to produce the next generation of launch vehicles to replace all medium to heavy launchers, Lockheed Martin's Atlas, Titan II and Titan IV series, and McDonnell Douglas's Delta series, with a single family of vehicles capable of launching medium and heavy payloads into orbit at a significantly lower cost. 0 [49] In the event, no phase 2 funding from the US government was forthcoming after August 2020 when ULA Vulcan and SpaceX were selected by the Air Force. [39], GPS-IIIA USA-289 was the first NSSL-type B5 Falcon 9 launch. 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The EELV program is in the portfolio of the Program Executive Officer (PEO) for Space at the Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC). [20], The USAF signed a contract at that time with SpaceX for two launches in 2014 and 2015 to serve as proving flights to support the certification process for the Falcon 9 v1.1 and Falcon Heavy. The USAF and United States Space Force (USSF) plan to use the next generation NSSL launch vehicles until at least 2030.[31]. The EELV program would maintain current mass-to-orbit capability while increasing launch rate and decreasing costs. 651 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<6EC1C2F151EC3C45B8B5ECDBB3EB3C71><0EADE15319BF1E45AF492E40E1E9E55A>]/Index[637 42]/Info 636 0 R/Length 86/Prev 989486/Root 638 0 R/Size 679/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream F# q1- -7"j`Rg1)ciyN\N0]/>CaWLqU,jEh3%2 W48u$0DxzI iz55XJ#p9$"G8)nc5-}(a.6j]?eD.8 6~5Y|fro xA7AmGxnqt_,MmOw0Uvdj t!:$`v0m5c With multiple launch vehicle configurations and launch sites on both coasts of the U.S., EELV has a proven track record of success, demonstrating unprecedented reliability with 106 successful launches since 2002. wc/CR6@Vf|N`ObN#C8\'08#9MVk-v^.O@G}&(U! 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The Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) program provides the United States affordable, reliable, and assured access to space with two families of launch vehicles: Atlas V and Delta IV. 0000003910 00000 n [14] The USAF moved 7 launches from Delta IV to Atlas V.[15] To end litigation and competition for a limited market, both companies agreed to form the United Launch Alliance (ULA) joint venture. << /Length 5 0 R /Filter /FlateDecode >> O*?f`gC/O+FFGGz)~wgbk?J9mdwi?cOO?w| x&mf 0000000956 00000 n 0000068253 00000 n %%EOF xref endobj The ESPAStar platform leverages the available mass margin from any EELV launch to provide an affordable path to space for payloads. 0000009026 00000 n However, the Committee was concerned that the Department was focusing too narrowly on its national security requirements and not adequately reflecting the needs of the US commercial space launch industry. >6?L`a,Epa_> mimics the EELV 157.5 cm (62.01 in) Standard Interface Plane. The payload interface at each port has been That strategy was designed to (1) . 7 0 obj endobj 0000068216 00000 n 0000000016 00000 n 1a-,,3o WYLd ,/HHVYNE^IUAQM]OGK\H[W&?'#/+/P3KrxTDl\BJX|jbRdtLQn~qIN^AvZizaFfVCYumUcEkSe}KysM]&On;,Z2}sl +7^j[Xcm,?p._. 0000058657 00000 n 31-03-2017 19:36:21 ZULU, Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) Launch Service Agreements (LSA) Draft Request for Proposal (RFP). ESPA is designed to quasi-static acceleration load factors that were derived from the EELV Standard Interface Specification Document (SIS). Delta IV CBCs and DCSSs are integrated horizontally before being transported to the launchpad. VwSX$qjDMjdJpIo.|];"P+ S]^M%f{6x57>Z"}}2)p"B1dKwh[h!t!j)L[C@|}TUaH6hFHTFLV^Y#8g3Tx]!y;Tc^>ME|= 9WTsD. [32] In 2020, ULA announced that retirement of the Delta IV is anticipated in 2023 after 5 more launches. hbbd```b`` d#XD [32] The DCSS had 4m diameter and 5m diameter versions, with matching diameter payload fairings. 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[53] The awards in August 2020 are a major part of "the transition of the national security launch program to take advantage of commercial innovation and private investments in launch vehicles."[47]. EELV STANDARD INTERFACE SPECIFICATION VERSION 5.0. << /Length 22 0 R /Filter /FlateDecode >> 1. The intent was to replace legacy vehicles, including Delta II, Atlas II, and Titan IV. << /ProcSet [ /PDF /Text ] /ColorSpace << /Cs1 7 0 R >> /Font << /TT8 15 0 R Semantic Scholar's Logo. The EELV was expected handle the bulk of the U.S. government's launch requirements after the year 2000 and was also expected to be used for commercial applications. [46] SpaceX received none of this funding to develop their designs, as both the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy had completed development and were already flying. [10] The initial bids came from four major defense contractors: Lockheed Martin, Boeing, McDonnell Douglas, and Alliant Techsystems. 0000004093 00000 n APL requirements are not addressed in the SIS but their Two providers were to be selected to launch spacecraft to a number of reference orbits. The Falcon Heavy is a heavy-lift rocket developed and produced by SpaceX. 0000004200 00000 n endobj El Segundo, California 90245-2808 : DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release. EELV SIS Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle Standard Interface Specification . 678 0 obj <>stream hb```B ;6hvfa. nG +D,@g%ZKh?RgO>52orjm*R2C}H6m5W0_/om>+pZ}. 21 0 obj 0000027829 00000 n endobj Development includes all efforts leading up to and including EELV certification (and the validation of all NRE work) to meet the full range of EELV mass-to-orbit requirements Under Solicitation Number FA8811-16-R-000X, released 14 March 2017, Air Force Space Command - Space and Missile Systems Center draft solicitation ws to implement the Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) strategy to transition from the use of "non-allied" [aka Russian RD-180] engines and to implement affordable assured access to space via sustainable competition with commercial providers. Download PDF. In paying ULA for such fixed launch costs and executing the EELV program under a cost-plus contract, the DoD has reimbursed ULA for allowable, reasonable, and allocable costs for its launches, while requiring ULA to reimburse it on a per-launch basis for launches that ULA sells to its non-DoD customers. This page was last edited on 19 February 2023, at 18:43. 0000002843 00000 n The goal was the creation of a cost-efficient and reliable family (or families) of "right size" spacelifters based on standardized fairings, liquid core vehicles, upper stages, and solid rockets. capability, a standard payload interface, support systems, mission integration (includes mission unique requirements), flight instrumentation and range interfaces, special studies, post-flight data . 637 0 obj <> endobj 0000000016 00000 n [16] Each company has a 50% stake in ULA. 0 endstream The launch occurred on December 23, 2018.[40]. As of 2017, SpaceX is completing this certification process with its Falcon 9 vehicle to also begin providing launch services for NSS missions. Instead of setting those engines aside for national security launches, ULA rushed to assign them to non-national security launches that are unrestricted in their use of Russian engines. The second stage (known as Centaur) is powered by the RL-10A engine. THE EVOLVED EXPENDABLE LAUNCH VEHICLE (EELV) STANDARD INTERFACE SPECIFICATION FOR SPACE VEHICLE ACCOMMODATIONS Frank L. Knight. 13 0 obj 1320 Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) Standard Interface Specification (SIS) Air Force Instruction 10-1202, Space Test Program Management Air Force Instruction 10-1202_AFSPCSUP, Space Test Program Management AFSPCI 13-1213, Launch Scheduling and Forecasting Procedures 1.5.2 Department of Defense Documents [ /ICCBased 18 0 R ] Feature; Published: 28 November 2017; EELV secondary payload adapter (ESPA) static qualification tests. Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle Secondary Payload Adapter System Interface Specifications For . The Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) system is being developed by the United States Air Force (USAF) and its prime contractors to meet the nations need for expend-able launch vehicles through the . [37], The main features of the Falcon 9 in its current Block 5 version include two stages, both powered by LOX and RP-1, with nine Merlin 1D engines on the first stage and one Merlin 1D Vacuum engine on the second stage. c0|_}`pz0 cc4D 7\HCj(I?uf eX_0NcRu1wQ9 T'|>H%Z%*.yXSGc 4_GR+[5> (4'XgVZtL aq[aP/}ARI@PAwO8s .i,@Yf6akrCns!Uu* 4?,20-FKDgLuAp4j$hz~ 27 0 obj <> endobj xref ?fA(4 F 1@DCPog|yReAZirIrj{*0X}0b{37Vl [mvK7!,ubg-Yj0S(.rIW~,vMJro 8>-\8~-Yw0z UP2^PoDAzuEu;*YRs.KA=^>l=bLe*qV&y.vt%?k7MI(x8 zluC m^"4~b7 xBHNxZ9RRJhkL1hV0 LHJ9KDv"iE^p!+X$(/MDP_dP =|>hPHICt4B@n#,sqBGFY!u&i-dTr2e$'bWv7BiT|nT^F)U9K,rN0bi\2tR0,; Yz{:|*sO=c>z+Mf2BB.4Y!KRcW Either a 4m or 5m fairing encapsulates the payload. The program is managed by the Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC), specifically the Assured Access to Space Directorate (SSC/AA),[1] in partnership with the National Reconnaissance Office. 6 0 obj 0000001361 00000 n 6;6_.k %PDF-1.6 % Table 2 - Quasi-Static Load Factors - "Paper Session II-C - The Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) Standard Interface Specification For Space Vehicle Accommodations" Skip to search form Skip to main content Skip to account menu. [5] Delta IV Medium was retired in August 2019. 0 Delta IV's inaugural flight was marked by the successful launch of a commercial satellite on a Medium-Plus (4,2) in November 2002. %%EOF Standard payload interfaces were touted as another way to save money and improve efficiency, though success in that area remained to be seen. 0000000776 00000 n endstream Northrop Grummans ESPAStar platform provides a modular, cost-effective and highly capable infrastructure resource for hosting technology development and operational payloads. ]p2c*lR-fHqmh"? WQ(_l+OKP($p Aa-7!@2y #%)#(F'00B[;y7/0F"4N( $&`,8aK/>z0?{3 Up to five solid rocket boosters can be added to augment performance. hb```,l? These launch system investments include efforts required to complete the transition off non-allied engines and build upon the Air Force's Booster Propulsion Technology Maturation efforts started in early 2015 and the Rocket Propulsion System investments awarded in early 2016. ULA also asserted that the Phase 1A launch is basically a lowest price, technically acceptable competition, unsuitable for launch contracts" EELV SIS Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle Standard Interface Specification, 2011 (not cleared for public circulation) LSP-REQ-317.01B Launch Services Program (LSP) Program Level Dispenser and . It uses 457,295 lbs (207,425 kg) of liquid oxygen and 169,008 lbs (76,660 kg) RP-1 rocket fuel propellants. EELV SIS Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle Standard Interface Specification LSP-REQ-317.01B Launch Services Program (LSP) Program Level . 0000004106 00000 n <> 0000016479 00000 n The second stage is powered by the RL-10B engine. The EELV system includes all equipment, facilities, and launch base infrastructure necessary to launch a payload, place it in the required delivery orbit, provide specified environments, provide. [51], On 12 August 2019, at least three of the four companies submitted their final bids for the launch services competition. hs2z\nLA"Sdr%,lt The Delta IV Heavy launch vehicle uses three Common Booster Cores (CBCs) each powered by a Pratt and Whitney Rocketdyne RS-68A engine, a Delta Cryogenic Second Stage 5m (DCSS) powered by an RL10, and a 5m payload fairing. R'O* u/7svAZ6r4[ZDX$22L)966@D1{2?=ben6hy. [12] Boeing was awarded a contract for 19 out of the 28 launches; Lockheed Martin was awarded a contract for the other 9. This could include full development of a new launch system or modifications to an existing launch system, including launch infrastructure. %PDF-1.5 % Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) Standard Interface Specification (SIS) Air Force Instruction 10-1202, Space Test Program Management Air Force Instruction 10-1202_AFSPCSUP, Space Test Program Management AFSPCI 13-1213, Launch Scheduling and Forecasting Procedures 1.5.2 Department of Defense Documents EELV was important not only to reducing the launch costs of the Department of Defense, but also to the continued world-wide competitiveness of the US commercial launch industry. << /Length 19 0 R /N 3 /Alternate /DeviceRGB /Filter /FlateDecode >> 2762 0 obj <> endobj [48][47] 4 0 obj The payload interface at each port has been standardized, allowing for hosted and separable payload interchangeability, late payload integration and manifest changes. Announced performance requirements include:[29][30]. ULAs use of these tactics artificially created a need for relief from legislative restrictions on its ability to continue using RD-180relief that, with the DoDs active assistance, ULAs actively sought in the fiscal year 2016 omnibus appropriations bill. 0000001979 00000 n As of September 2019, it has two manifested classified national security flights for the USAF in 2021.[43][44][45]. - A final check of specifications will be conducted prior to launch. endstream endobj startxref [9], Procurement of EELV boosters for military space launch was to evolve to more closely match commercial practice. Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) standard interface specification. The first Heavy vehicle (demo) was launched in December 2004. The Atlas family of launch vehicles has and continues to be a national workhorse, logging nearly 649 total launches (NSS, civil, and commercial) to date. {!Kd#5:#[T$FhTs;*(Ai((4N|radRbt!BHx2eq(*xiTxa$m|+Id99uLA@(C!#Oro;{N4"#. Photo Credit: U.S. Space Force. Senator Richard Shelby is from Alabama. %PDF-1.4 % [42] The USAF is working with SpaceX to mature their Falcon Heavy's design. [46] As of 2019, Blue Origin expected a first launch of New Glenn in 2021. The interface includes mechanical, Since 2019 there are four vehicles certified by the Department of Defense to conduct NSSL launches: Atlas V, Delta IV Heavy, Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy. [8] Some of the reasons why assured access to space is a priority for the United States are stated in National Presidential Directive Number 40, which reads: Access to space through U.S. space transportation capabilities is essential to: The United States, therefore, must maintain robust, responsive, and resilient U.S. space transportation capabilities to assure access to space. 0000001712 00000 n 0000006880 00000 n This requirement has been satisfied by the Falcon Heavy test flight in February 2018, Arabsat-6A in April 2019, and the STP-2 launch in June 2019. hb```,l? % [35], A three-digit (XYZ) naming convention is used for the Atlas V configuration identification. [38] This launcher features a reusable first stage and fairings, which lowers the cost per mission. 1. Category A payloads fit within a 4m diameter payload envelope, category B payloads fit within a 5m diameter payload envelope, and category C payloads require an extended 5m diameter envelope. RFP F04701-97-R-0008 19 June 1998 ii This page intentionally left blank. %PDF-1.3 [36] As of 10November2022[update], 19 launches remain. The EELV program's Delta IV and Atlas V launch vehicles are produced by United Launch Alliance (a joint venture of Boeing and Lockheed Martin formed in 2006). The US Space Force (USSF) plans 3034 launches during these five fiscal years. endobj As the Air Force's spacelift modernization program, EELV was designed to increase reliability and reduce launch costs by at least 25 percent over heritage Atlas, Delta and Titan space launch systems. endobj Boeing received $1.38 billion, and Lockheed Martin received $650 million for the launches. Delta IV Medium flew with two or four SRBs on a single Common Booster Core. EELV STANDARD INTERFACE SPECIFICATION VERSION 5.0. 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