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Small Sounding Rocket Program

Zuni Payload Users' Guide

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COPYRIGHT AND CONDITIONS OF USE

Copyright Australian Space Research Institute Ltd 2005 The copyright acknowledged. and trademarks of respective owners is

This document remains the property of ASRI Ltd; however, a Worldwide Licence is hereby granted for the use of this document by space-related educational and non-profit organisations provided this copyright notice is included on all derived material. Use of this document by for-profit commercial organisations, both in Australia and overseas, is expressly forbidden without the written permission of ASRI Ltd.

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AMENDMENT LOG
Ver. 0A 0B 0C 0D 1 1a Release Date 2002-03-11 2002-03-11 2002-03-11 2002-03-11 2002-10-25 2005-02-21 Description of Change (Including Sections Affected) Created from extract of TRM Created from extract of TRM Created from extract of TRM Created from extract of TRM Updated to ZPM6. Filled in body Release for Auspace Space Endeavour Competition information General updates and addition of Appendix D Updates to links to documents and reference to RMS-2002 Updates throughout to match ZPM7 design features and trial experience Updates re meeting WTR Director Woomera Access/Photography Updates re difficulties encountered re payload suppliers 2009 Oct Campaign Author Shaun Wilson Shaun Wilson Shaun Wilson Shaun Wilson Matthew Clark Richard Samuel Reviewer / Approver Richard Samuel Richard Samuel Richard Samuel Richard Samuel Shaun Wilson

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2005-02-26

Bernard Davison, Richard Samuel, Andrew Fenton Bernard Davison, Michael Nicholls Michael Nicholls John Coleman Bernard Davison Michael Nicholls Michael ODonnell Richard Samuel Michael Nicholls Michael ODonnell

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This Zuni Payload Users' Guide for the Small Sounding Rocket Program is intended to provide information to payload developers on Zuni rocket payload hardware and systems Zuni rocket flight characteristics and environment SSRP Procedures Guidelines and ASRI requirements for payload development

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COPYRIGHT AND CONDITIONS OF USE............................................................................2 AMENDMENT LOG...............................................................................................................3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY.......................................................................................................4 TABLE OF CONTENTS.........................................................................................................5 1 DOCUMENT OVERVIEW....................................................................................................8 1.1 PURPOSE............................................................................................................................8 1.2 FORMATTING AND IDENTIFICATION..............................................................................................8 1.3 HANDLING AND CONTROL........................................................................................................8 1.4 SOURCE DID.......................................................................................................................9 1.5 STRUCTURE.........................................................................................................................9 1.6 DEFINITIONS.........................................................................................................................9 1.7 REFERENCES......................................................................................................................10 2 SSRP AND THE ZUNI ROCKET.......................................................................................11 2.1 PURPOSE..........................................................................................................................11 2.2 MOTOR SPECIFICATION.........................................................................................................11 2.3 PAYLOAD RESTRICTIONS.......................................................................................................11 3 ZUNI PAYLOAD MODULE.................................................................................................12 3.1 INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................12 3.2 PAYLOAD BAY DIMENSIONS...................................................................................................12 3.3 MASS AND DISTRIBUTION......................................................................................................12 3.4 INTERFACES AND MOUNTING..................................................................................................12 4 FLIGHT ENVIRONMENT...................................................................................................14 4.1 FLIGHT PHASES..................................................................................................................14 4.2 LOADING AND VIBRATION........................................................................................................14 4.3 THERMAL...........................................................................................................................15 5 HANDLING AND TRANSPORT.........................................................................................16 5.1 PRE FLIGHT........................................................................................................................16 5.2 ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY.......................................................................................................16 5.3 POST FLIGHT.....................................................................................................................17 6 OPERATIONS...................................................................................................................18 6.1 OVERVIEW.........................................................................................................................18 6.2 WOOMERA TEST RANGE (WTR)...........................................................................................18 6.3 PAYLOAD PREPARATION........................................................................................................20 TABLE 6-5: PREPARATION TO LAUNCH TIME LINE.............................................................................21 6.4 LAUNCH............................................................................................................................21 6.5 RECOVERY.........................................................................................................................21 7 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS...............................................................................................22
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7.1 INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................22 7.2 RADHAZ .......................................................................................................................22 7.3 ARMING/DISARMING.............................................................................................................22 7.4 EMERGENCY.......................................................................................................................22 7.5 HAZARDS ANALYSIS.............................................................................................................22 7.6 ELECTRONICS.....................................................................................................................22 7.7 CLOTHING..........................................................................................................................22 8 COMMUNICATIONS..........................................................................................................23 8.1 ASRI INVOLVMENT..............................................................................................................23 8.2 DOCUMENTATION ................................................................................................................23 8.3 TELEMETRY........................................................................................................................23 8.4 ASRI CONTACTS...............................................................................................................24 8.5 TIPS.................................................................................................................................24 APPENDIX A ZPM6/7 PAYLOAD COMPONENT DRAWINGS.........................................26 APPENDIX B - CALCULATED FLIGHT PROFILE...............................................................30 APPENDIX C - RECORDED FLIGHT DATA........................................................................32 APPENDIX D PAYLOAD INFORMATION DOCUMENT TEMPLATE..................................33 1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................34 1.1 DESCRIPTION OF PAYLOAD:....................................................................................................34 2 PAYLOAD SUBSYSTEMS.................................................................................................35 2.1 DESCRIPTION OF SUBSYSTEM 1:..............................................................................................35 2.2 DESCRIPTION OF SUBSYSTEM 2: .............................................................................................35 2.3 PAYLOAD WEIGHT................................................................................................................35 2.4 PROTRUSIONS....................................................................................................................35 2.5 LIVING MATERIAL.................................................................................................................36 2.6 EXPLOSIVE MATERIAL............................................................................................................36 2.7 FLAMMABLE MATERIAL...........................................................................................................36 2.8 CHEMICAL MATERIAL.............................................................................................................36 2.9 OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIAL.................................................................................................36 2.10 CALCULATED COEFFICIENT OF DRAG.....................................................................................36 3 PROCEDURES..................................................................................................................37 3.1 ASSEMBLY.........................................................................................................................37 3.2 PREPARATION.....................................................................................................................37 3.3 PRE-LAUNCH......................................................................................................................38 3.4 RECOVERY.........................................................................................................................38 3.5 PERSONNEL.......................................................................................................................39 3.6 PROCEDURES TO BE CONDUCTED DURING THE LAUNCH SEQUENCE...................................................41 4 FAILURE MODE ANALYSIS..............................................................................................42 5 RISKS ANALYSIS..............................................................................................................43 5.1 GENERAL..........................................................................................................................43
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5.2 RISKS...............................................................................................................................43

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1 1.1

DOCUMENT OVERVIEW PURPOSE

The purpose of this Zuni Payload Users' Guide (PUG) is to clearly state the requirements that payloads intended for launch on ASRI's sounding rockets must satisfy and to assist payload developers to meet those requirements. It also contains tips and design guides learned from previous flights as well as Woomera Test Range (WTR) access requirements and procedures. It is recommended to read this document in full before starting your payload and contact the ASRI SSRP Manager only for any assistance at any time.

1.2

FORMATTING AND IDENTIFICATION

To ensure uniformity of appearance, ASRI project documents are formatted with the styles defined in the applicable template or DID. ASRI project documents are to be titled in accordance with the ASRI Project System scheme described at [Link]. The document title is entered in Document Properties Summary Title and the project title is entered in Document Properties Summary Subject. ASRI project documents are assigned document numbers and version numbers in accordance with the ASRI Project System scheme described at [Link]. Changes at each version are to be recorded in the Amendment Log. ASRI project documents are saved under the document number with the version number appended to the file name as (for example) ver2D. This number combination is shown on the cover page and in the header as the automatically updated Filename field.

1.3

HANDLING AND CONTROL

This Zuni Payload Users Guide document for the Small Sounding Rocket Program is to be handled in accordance with the Document Control requirements in the formatter. Unless assigned a CONTROLLED distribution control, Small Sounding Rocket Program project documents are stored in the Small Sounding Rocket Program Virtual Project Office (VPO) at [Link]. Hardcopies are not amendment controlled and thus should not be used for normative reference. Distribution of this document is PUBLIC; that is, there are no restrictions on release of this document, although the Project Manager or document creator might restrict release of drafts until formally reviewed. All information contained herein remains copyright ASRI.

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SOURCE DID
This Zuni Payload Users' Guide for the Small Sounding Rocket Program was created from generic ASRI Project System document template available at [Link] and the draft developed by Richard Samuel in early 2001.

1.5

STRUCTURE
This Zuni Payload Users' Guide is structured as follows: Document overview SSRP and the Zuni Payload Module Self-explanatory An introduction into the ASRI small sounding rockets program and the Zuni rocket

Payload bay physical properties

Flight environmentZuni flight characteristics Handling and Transport handling of payload experiments Operations An introduction to SSRP launch trial operations and procedures ASRI requirements for safe design practices

Safety Requirements

Communications Payload development documentation and communications with ASRI

1.6 1.6.1

DEFINITIONS Internal Definitions

Terms and abbreviations used in this document are defined below: AAC APM ASRI Area Controller ASRI SSRP Payload manager

APSO ASRI Preparation and Safety Officer ATM CLO DID DZ Program ASRI SSRP Trials Manager Commonwealth Liaison Officer Data Item Description Designated Zone An enduring management structure encompassing an ongoing series of time-limited activities, usually projects,

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conducted around a common theme, such as launch vehicles or satellites. VPO Virtual Project Office a sub-domain of the ASRI web site at to [Link] where project documentation is stored.

1.6.2

External Definitions
Further definitions are contained in higher-level project documents (if any) and the ASRI Glossary of Terms.

1.6.3

Precedence of Definitions
Should there be a conflict in definitions; the following order of precedence applies: 1. ASRI-SSRP-SOP SSRP Safety and Operations Plan (Distribution LIMITED) 2. Section 1.6.1 of this document 3. ASRI Glossary of Terms (when published)

1.7

REFERENCES
The documents listed below become part of this Zuni Payload Users' Guide to the extent referenced herein: Documents external to the Small Sounding Rocket Program documentation system and referenced in this document are described below:ASRI Glossary of Terms (when published) ASRI-SSRP-SOP SSRP Safety and Operations Plan (Distribution LIMITED)

ASRI reference documents are available at [Link].

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2 2.1

SSRP AND THE ZUNI ROCKET PURPOSE

The purpose of ASRIs SSRP is to provide Australian educational institutions from primary schools to universities with a high-acceleration rocket payload launch service at very low cost.

2.2

MOTOR SPECIFICATION
Nomenclature: Rocket Motor (ZUNI) Mk16 Mod 0, 1 & 2 Propellant Grain: Double base N8, extruded, starred central perforation Grain Mass: 15 kg Mass of Motor: 26.7 Kg Hazard Division (HD): 1.3 Hazard Classification Code (HCC): C UN Number: 0281 Package details: 1 Motor per Wooden Box Filled package mass: 44.5 kg

2.3

PAYLOAD RESTRICTIONS
There are few limitations on the type of payloads which can be flown but they must not exceed mass and available dimensions, nor represent a hazard to personnel or property, or contravene ethical guidelines such as in the carriage of live animals. Free flight Dart type payloads are not covered in the current ASRI SSRP template and insurance. With these type payloads further trajectory and DZ analysis along with separate launch insurance will be required at the expense of the payload provider. It is best to contact the ASRI SSRP Trials Manager to clarify if your payload is suitable and the extra requirements before starting to manufacture your payload. Changes to the external configuration of the vehicle are restricted and any protrusions or modification to the exterior of the payload module, even such as a window, must be analysed and documented to the satisfaction of the ASRI SSRP Trials Manager prior to scheduling. Appendix-D of this document is to be used as a template for documentation of all payloads. Variations in shape from those described in section 3.2 may prevent your payload from being accepted.

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3 3.1

ZUNI PAYLOAD MODULE INTRODUCTION

The standard ASRI supplied Zuni Payload Module; ZPM7 carries the experiment being flown in the payload upper section half of the module (red banded section). The lower section includes the separation module and parachute recovery system that returns the module safely to the ground.

3.2

PAYLOAD BAY DIMENSIONS

The standard ASRI supplied payload module internal bay is 500mm length and 117mm internal diameter. Payloads must fit completely within these dimensions. Payload sections completely designed by the payload provider must have a body section no longer than 500mm and 130mm in diameter plus nose cone of up to 390mm long. WARNING; Variations from these standard dimensions and set up may deem your payload unsuitable for the standard ASRI SSRP template. Contact the ASRI SSRP Manager for further information about your payload at the earliest opportunity. Figure 3-1: ZPM6

3.3

MASS AND DISTRIBUTION

The maximum allowable payload mass is 22kg. Centre of mass must be at or forward of the dimensional centroid of the entire module. It must be measured and recorded prior to motor integration on the ASRI flight log sheet.

3.4

INTERFACES AND MOUNTING

The preferred payload mounting arrangements are based on experience gained in preparing previous payloads for launch, which should consist of: A. Fastened directly the payload adapter plate at the aft end of the payload bay via 3 M8 threaded rods that may be used to secure a single module to the base plate, or to mount a series of shelves supported by struts. See drawing of ZPM7 for mounting plate dimensions in Appendix A, or

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Figure 3-2: Shelves Supported by Struts

B. By supporting the payload within high-density foam cut the correct internal dimensions of the payload bay. See drawing of ZPM7, Appendix A
Foam Packaging/Insulation

Experiment

Figure 3-3: Experiment Supported in Foam

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4 4.1

FLIGHT ENVIRONMENT FLIGHT PHASES

Figure 4-4 Zuni Flight Phases

4.2

LOADING AND VIBRATION

Maximum axial acceleration at lift-off: 70 g for 1.2 seconds Maximum Velocity: Mach 2 Maximum axial deceleration after burnout: 10g for 4 seconds Maximum rotation rate: variable 0-4 Hz Maximum axial deceleration at main parachute deployment: -50 g Descent Velocity: 8-10 m/s depending on payload mass Axial load at landing: -20 g instantaneous impact

See Appendix B and C for flight profile using modelling and previously recorded flight data.

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4.3

THERMAL
As the payload will spend a very short time supersonic, frictional heating is considered insignificant. In the case of a sealed payload, the ambient temperature considerations are negligible due to the short flight duration and the large heat capacity of the payload module. In a non-sealed module, ambient conditions should be considered. At maximum altitude (6000m) standard atmospherics conditions are: Temperature: 249K Pressure: 47kPa Density: 0.66kg/m3

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5 5.1

HANDLING AND TRANSPORT

PRE FLIGHT

Payload experiments will be delivered to the launch area by road and will be handled in horizontal, vertical and inverted configurations. Payloads should be packaged as necessary to protect against dust and vibration. If hazardous materials are to be used in the payload they must be removed and transported separately. The nosecone and payload section must be able to support up to 50 kg horizontally. This is required to place the completed rocket onto the launcher rail.

Figure 5-1 Loading a Zuni on the launch rail

5.2

ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY
Assembly requiring the use of large or electrical equipment may be conducted at the launch site with the prior permission of ASRI Launch personnel. ASRI personnel will perform final integration of the payload module with the motor.

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POST FLIGHT
Recovery of the payload modules will take place at the conclusion of the launch program and while the remaining daylight permits a search. Hence the payload can spend up to 24 hours on the range before it is retrieved. Temperature ranges between -5C and +50C and the possibility of precipitation should be considered. If necessary the payload should be packaged in such a way at to protect it from these conditions. In most cases the payload can be returned to the experimenter immediately after retrieval.

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6 6.1

OPERATIONS OVERVIEW
Scheduled launch trials are held over the South Australian long weekends in June and October. Personnel and hardware involved typically arrive in Woomera on the Friday. On Saturday, ASRI personnel head to LA9 to prepare the launch area and the Zuni payload modules. The payloads are integrated with the payload modules and final checks of the pyrotechnics are performed. Non-essential personnel then return to the observation area and launch operations commence. Once the launches are complete, a search party heads out onto the range to locate the payload modules. Proceedings are typically completed by the evening of the launch day. All activities on the range are to be treated as a work place environment and appropriate clothing and PPE are to be maintained. Failure to comply may result in removal from the range.

6.2 6.2.1

WOOMERA TEST RANGE (WTR) Access

The SSRP is performed under a Range User Agreement at the Woomera Test Range in South Australia. This is a Defence facility and as a result strict security guidelines must be followed.

All of those wishing to attend the launch are required to have their names, nationality and birth date forwarded to the ASRI SSRP Trials Manager not later than 60 days prior to the proposed activity. (1st August) No further names will be accepted after this date.

6.2.2

Media Articles
If you are contemplating any media coverage you MUST:

NOT claim that your project will be launched at Woomera at any particular time or at all STATE to the reporter your arrangements in connection with launch are as follows (or words to this effect):o Through ASRI SSRP you have sought permission to launch at Woomera in (MONTH) o Whether you can do so, will depend on many variables, including weather. o You hope/have fingers crossed that it will work out well for you.
ASK the reporter to run the article past WTR person Lindsay Campbell. Contact email is available from ASRI SSRP Manager.

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6.2.3

Range Safety and Induction.

All activities on the range are to be treated as a work place environment and appropriate clothing and PPE are to be maintained as a minimum. All ASRI personnel must sit Safety Induction and be aware of OH&S requirements and may request you to consider your work practices. Failure to comply with their direction or requests may result in removal from the WTR. While on the WTR all speed limit signs must be obeyed. The roads are unfenced and wondering stock and wild animals inhabit the region, care must be taken around watering points and at dusk and dawn when Kangaroos are more active. No alcohol is permitted on the WTR at anytime. Random Breath Testing by SA Police applies and may be present on any range roads. All vehicles are required to carry quantities of water and a First Aid Kit. Food is not supplied or available on the WTR so your must bring your own. An ASRI Trail specific document should also be in each vehicle. This document contains trial activities and WTR Safety and Contacts information.

6.2.4

Recording of Photographic or Electronic Data

The ASRI SSRP is conducted on the WTR which is a defence facility with strict security controls. Members of payload teams are to comply with all range signage as well as WTR staff and ASRI Member direction. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in your arrest and imprisonment.

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6.3

PAYLOAD PREPARATION
Final preparation of the payloads will be completed on the morning of the launch. This involves checking and final approval of the payload experiments by the APM and integration of the payloads into the Zuni payload modules. At this time the experimenter may complete final checks and initiate the payload. Experimenters must return to the observation area unless express permission to remain at the launch site has been granted by the ATM. Typical Payload integration, activation and flight readiness shall occur as follows:

Time before launch

30 minutes 20 minutes 15 minutes

Procedure
Integrate payload to motor. Place rocket with payload onto launch rail Experimenters may add an automatic launch hold here to initiate/check experiments/photos. Arming of ASRI recovery electronics. Experimenters may add a launch hold here to initiate experiments. All non essential personnel to retreat to bunker Connection of motor to launch circuit. All personnel to enter launch bunker Enter radio launch sequence/test launch circuit. Experimenters may add a launch hold here to remotely initiate experiments. Radio launch sequence continue.

Personnel
ASRI ASRI Experimenter

Warning
No transmitters to be on under any circumstance No transmitters to be on under any circumstance No transmitters to be on under any circumstance

10 minutes 5 minutes

ASRI Experimenter/ASR I

No transmitters to be on under any circumstance No transmitters to be on under any circumstance

5 minutes 5 minutes 4 minutes 4 minutes 3 minutes

All non essential ASRI (APSO) All ASRI (ATM) / ASRI (APSO) Experimenters

2 minutes

ASRI (ATM)

No transmitters to be on under any circumstance No transmitters to be on under any circumstance No transmitters to be on under any circumstance No other transmitters to be on under any circumstance Transmitters may be activated here by remote only. No personnel permitted to leave bunker. No personnel permitted to leave bunker.
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0 T plus 10 seconds

Nominal launch Personnel allowed to leave bunker after "ROUND GONE" called by AAC over the radio.

ASRI (APSO) followed by all

No personnel to leave bunker before ALPA has called Safe to leave

TABLE 6-5: PREPARATION TO LAUNCH TIME LINE 6.4 LAUNCH

Launch will occur after commencement of Hazardous Operations as declared by the ATM.

6.5

RECOVERY
After the completion of all Hazardous Operations, interested personnel may proceed to LA9 under the supervision of the AAC for the formation of recovery search groups. If special procedures are required for the recovery of the payload, details must be given to the APM and experimenters should be present. No part of the payload or rocket may be moved or touched without approval from the APM and the experimenter.

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7 7.1

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS INTRODUCTION

Payloads must meet specific ASRI safety requirements. These factors will ensure safe handling and flight as well as facilitating efficient final launch preparations.

7.2

RADHAZ
Payloads must not emit electromagnetic radiation under the conditions specified in Table 6-1. Any payload that must emit electromagnetic radiation must be pre-approved by the APSO and must be capable of being activated and deactivated remotely with at least one physical intercept in the activation mechanism.

7.3

ARMING/DISARMING
Any electronics in the experiment should include a system for easy arming and disarming with some visible or audible status indication. This facilitates final launch preparation.

7.4

EMERGENCY
The design must consider shutdown and disassembly procedure in emergency situations.

7.5

HAZARDS ANALYSIS
A hazards analysis of the payload, if deemed necessary by the ASRI SSRP Trials Manager, must detail the failure mode for each component and the consequences of such a failure.

7.6

ELECTRONICS
No circuits are to be case grounded to the airframe. All electrical circuits are to be stand alone and must not have the ability to affect the operation of any other circuit.

7.7

CLOTHING
Appropriate clothing and safety items are to be worn at all times when participating in any activities of the launch campaign. It is to be treated as a work place environment. Consideration of Safe clothing must also be made to environmental hazards such as sunburn. Long pants and sleeves, and covered shoes are considered a minimum dress code.

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8 8.1

COMMUNICATIONS ASRI INVOLVMENT

An initial contact with an Intention to Launch notice should be made to the ASRI Small Sounding Rocket Program Manager only a minimum of 9 months prior to launch. A maximum of 4 only, launches will be available during the October long weekend campaign. Booking your flight as early as possible is recommended. Following, details should be communicated to listed ASRI personnel during the initial design phase for approval and to receive the benefit of ASRIs experience to avoid design changes down the line, which can be time wasting and costly and may prevent your payload from being ready for launch in time. ASRI can provide assistance for compliance with safety requirements, compatibility with the payload module and in other aspects of design.

8.2

DOCUMENTATION
For October campaigns an initial Appendix D must be completed and submitted to ASRI before the end of May. This is to allow ASRI personnel to understand your project and offer advice on design or manufacture changes, it also allows ASRI to see if your payload is suitable to be launched on an ASRI rocket. This first copy is best to be submitted BEFORE manufacture of any items as changes are usually required to meet loading and launch requirements. Your payload may still not be accepted after this, ASRIs SSRP template is generic and variations of payload shapes and configurations may deem your payload not suitable for SSRP flights. A Final version Appendix-D is to be resubmitted to ASRI no later than 30 days prior to launch. This is to ensure your Appendix-D matches your final payload design and enable ASRI to incorporate payload procedures into the standard campaign procedures. It is not uncommon to do several amended Appendix-D copies between the first submitted and the final copy to maintain correctness of the Appendix-D to payload changes. Failure to comply with lodging versions of Appendix-D at stated times may result in cancellation of payload flight.

8.3

TELEMETRY
Notification of all radio frequencies used in any telemetry of any data must be sent to ASRIs SSRP Manager at least 6 months prior to launch to ensure compatibility with any other possible activities.

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8.4

ASRI CONTACTS
ASRI website: [Link] ASRI Small Sounding Rocket Program Manager - Richard Samuel rsamuel@[Link] ASRI Trials Manager - Michael ODonnell modonnell@[Link] ASRI Payload Manager John Coleman jcoleman@[Link] ASRI Safety Officers mnicholls@[Link] - Michael Nicholls bhenderson@[Link] - Bruce Henderson

8.5

TIPS
This section is to provide tips learned from previous payload projects and flights. Read this document completely. Ensure regular contact with ASRI personnel for complete benefit of experience. Ensure your joins and machining is adequate to take strains and pressures longitudinal and lateral. Loading techniques of the rocket onto the launch rail must also be considered. Generally the rocket is rested on its nose cone and slid up the rail on it, to load on the launcher. As a guide use dimensions of the ASRI payload/parachute adaptor plate in Appendix-A of this document for joins. Ensure all electronic circuits are stand alone. Electronics should be adequately shielded from electrical noise. IE high voltage ignition circuits. Place indicators in experiment for quick identification of ignition. (masking tape, heat stickers) Plastikote paint can be used to show heat generation effects of flight on leading edges.
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Ensure all payload preparation and access points are located on the same side of the payload module. Within a 90 degree arc of each other. The launch rail will block access points if they are spread around the payload module. The background picture on the front page of this document may also help you to understand how the rocket sits on the launch rail.

Any protrusions must be minimal and aerodynamically balanced. If using any lanyard for pullouts they must reach the base of the payload from their point and be able to support the lanyard weight and wind conditions without pulling out. Ensure data memory chips are non volatile. So they can hold data after batteries are flat as your payload may be on the range for long periods or days before retrieval. Make 2 circuit boards during manufacture if flight circuit board is damaged during flight to allow transfer of chips for downloading. Ensure sufficient spare parts, both electrical and mechanical are brought with you to Woomera as there are NO facilities to get replacements at Woomera. Make sure your payload is completed a minimum of 2 weeks prior to leaving for Woomera to allow for testing while you are still at your workshop. Have minimal procedures left to prepare your payload at the launch area to maintain launch times.
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APPENDIX A ZPM6/7 PAYLOAD COMPONENT DRAWINGS

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APPENDIX B - CALCULATED FLIGHT PROFILE

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APPENDIX C - RECORDED FLIGHT DATA

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APPENDIX D PAYLOAD INFORMATION DOCUMENT TEMPLATE

[Link] This template is available as a separate Microsoft Word Document Save as ASRI-SSRP-PUG-Appendix-D-Payload name-version

Payload name

Logo if one

Payload description, Preparation and Launch procedures

For launch in Month/Year

Surname

Given names

Prepared by Organisation

Address

Phone number

Include the contact details of all individuals that have any management or executive involvement in this particular project.

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INTRODUCTION

This document lists the components and sets out the procedures to be followed and identifies the hazards during the launch of the payload test flight. It covers the duties and procedures to be followed to ensure the safety and health of ASRI personnel involved with the launch and other personnel that might be involved with the launch procedure.

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DESCRIPTION OF PAYLOAD:

The purpose of the payload is to demonstrate The payload does at time...

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PAYLOAD SUBSYSTEMS
Subsystem 1 Subsystem 2

2.1

DESCRIPTION OF SUBSYSTEM 1:

Subsystem 1 is designed to The following diagram shows subsystem 1. Insert drawing here

2.2

DESCRIPTION OF SUBSYSTEM 2:

Subsystem 2 is designed to The following diagram shows subsystem 2. Insert drawing here

2.3

PAYLOAD WEIGHT
kg

The payload weighs:

2.4

PROTRUSIONS
Yes/No

Does the payload have any protrusions?

If yes please describe them and illustrate on the following diagram including dimensions or put you own diagram that clearly shows payload protrusions here.

Figure 2-6 Payload protrusions diagram

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2.5

LIVING MATERIAL
Yes/No Yes/No

Does the payload contain any living material? If yes is ethical clearance documentation attached? Description of living material: Enter a description of the living material if any.

2.6

EXPLOSIVE MATERIAL
Yes/No Yes/No

Does the payload contain any explosive material? If yes is appropriate clearance documentation attached? Description of explosive material: Enter a description of the explosive material if any.

2.7

FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
Yes/No Yes/No

Does the payload contain any flammable material? If yes is appropriate clearance documentation attached? Description of flammable material: Enter a description of the flammable material if any.

2.8

CHEMICAL MATERIAL
Yes/No Yes/No

Does the payload contain any chemical material? If yes is appropriate clearance documentation attached? Description of chemical material: Enter a description of the chemical material if any.

2.9

OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIAL

Does the payload contain any other hazardous material? Yes/No If yes is appropriate clearance documentation attached? Yes/No Description of other hazardous material: Enter a description of the hazardous material if any.

2.10

CALCULATED COEFFICIENT OF DRAG

Coefficient of drag must be calculated to assist in recovery calculations for parachute deployment of your payload. Calculated Low Speed Drag Coefficient .@80m/s

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PROCEDURES

Use warnings where and if required.

3.1

ASSEMBLY

Assembly procedures are carried out before the payload is transported to the launch site. Introductive Description Articles required. 1. Payload subsystem 1 2. Payload subsystem 2 3. Remember to list any tools required 4. The following steps are required for payload assembly 1. Description of step 2. Description of step. 3.

3.2

PREPARATION

Preparation procedures are carried out inside the bunker at the launch site. Introductive Description. Articles required PPE minimum. (Everything listed MUST be present else work on payload ceases immediately until produced and worn, the provided list is a minimum requirement) Hat Long sleeve tops Long pants Covered shoes Gloves (riggers/safety) Eye protection Extras as stated in MSDS for payload. 1. 2. 3. 4. Payload subsystem 1 Payload subsystem 2 Remember to list any tools required

The following steps are required for payload preparation 1. Description of step 2. Description of step. 3.

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Measure Centre of Gravity of payload/recovery module combination before integration with motor.

3.3

PRE-LAUNCH

Pre-launch procedures are carried out on the launch pad. Introductive Description. Articles required. 1. Payload subsystem 1 2. Payload subsystem 2 3. Remember to list any tools required 4.

The following pre-launch steps are required to be completed. 1. Description of step 2. Description of step. 3.

3.4

RECOVERY

Recovery procedures are carried out on the range. Introductive Description. Articles required. 1. Remember to list any tools required 2. The following steps are required for payload recovery 1. Description of step 2. Description of step. 3.

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3.5

PERSONNEL

The following personnel if any are involved in the Assembly, Preparation, Pre-launch and Recovery procedures. Name Surname, Given names Required for procedure Procedure X

Do persons required to be located at the launch site during launch operations have personal liability insurance? Yes/No Is a copy of the personal liability insurance attached? Yes/No

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NOTICE: All persons in attendance will have to sign a disclaimer before they are allowed to enter any ASRI facility. A copy of this disclaimer is included below for your convenience. WARNING IMPORTANT LEGAL DISCLAIMER - READ CAREFULLY In consideration for ASRI permitting you access, you covenant agree warrant and represent as follows:1.

You understand that the activities of Australian Space Research Institute Limited ACN 051 850 563 ("ASRI") are potentially hazardous to you and your property and in attending and/or participating you do so entirely at your own risk voluntarily assumed; You will not seek recourse for anything that might happen to you, those you are responsible for or your/their property; You are satisfied as to the adequacy of your own insurance and will rely solely on the same; To the maximum extent legally permissible ASRI shall not bear any responsibility or liability of any nature or form whatsoever to the intent that your attendance for all purposes is a purely private enterprise of your own. You hereby release, discharge and forever hold harmless ASRI, its officers, employees, servants, agents, members, supporters, contractors and all Commonwealth, State and Territory governments, and their instrumentalities from all present and future claims, liabilities, demands, grievances and the like howsoever arising including but not limited to negligence, tort, contract, statute (to the extent capable of limitation) strict liability or otherwise.

2. 3. 4.

5.

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3.6

PROCEDURES TO BE CONDUCTED DURING THE LAUNCH SEQUENCE

The following procedures are to be conducted in line with the launch sequence as detailed in Table 6-1 of the Zuni Payload Users' Guide. Time before launch 15 minutes 5 minutes 3 minutes Procedure Procedure X Procedure Y Remote procedures only

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FAILURE MODE ANALYSIS

Failures may occur during pre-launch, launch or flight. The following section must describe these failure modes and the likely outcomes that may occur. All phases prior to launch Mode of Failure Describe the mode of failure. During Flight Mode of Failure Describe the mode of failure. Likely Outcome Describe the possible outcome.

Likely Outcome Describe the possible outcome.

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RISKS ANALYSIS 5.1 GENERAL

Give a description of the risks that this payload could potentially pose and how the risk can be mitigated to an acceptable level of safety. For example if the payload is heavy then there is a risk that it could be dropped; thus protective footwear should be worn at all times when working with or around the payload and more than one person should be involved in moving the payload.

5.2

RISKS

Referring to Tables 4-1, 4-2 and 4-3 quantify the risks as in Table 4-4 and enter them into Table 4-5. Description The event is expected to occur in most A Almost certain circumstances The event will probably occur in most B Likely circumstances C Moderate The event should occur at some time D Unlikely The event could occur at some time The event may occur only in exceptional E Rare circumstances Table 5-7. Qualitative Measures of Likelihood
Level 1 2 Descriptor Catastrophic Major Description

Level

Descriptor

Death / Payload destroyed Extensive injuries / Extensive offsite repairs required to payload 3 Moderate Medical treatment required off site / remedial offsite repairs required to payload 4 Minor First Aid treatment on site / remedial onsite repairs required to payload 5 Insignificant No injuries / no effect on payload Table 5-8. Qualitative Measures of Consequences Likelihood A B C D E

Consequences
5 S M L L L 4 S S M L L 3 H S S M M 2 H H H S S 1 H H H H S

Legend: H S M L

High risk Significant risk Moderate risk Low risk

Table 5-9. Legend

Table 5-10. Risk Analysis Matrix

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Event 1. Environmental Hazards Hazard Description Likelihood Consequence Risk Level Control Residual risk after control Acceptable

Sunburn

Redness of skin, lasting irritation. Differing severities Headaches, dizziness, thirst, elevated temperature Minor damage to the payload. Minor damage to the payload. Burns to personnel.

Ensure that suitable clothing and hats are used at all times. A 3 H (D,4) L Yes

Dehydration

Ensure sufficient liquids are consumed. B 3 S (D,4) L Yes

2. Hazards associated with the serviceability of the payload

Payload falls off a bench or table

Ensure that suitable payload restraining equipment is used at all times. Ensure that a suitable number of personnel are present when moving the payload Eliminate all ignition sources.

(D,4) L

Yes

Payload is dropped during handling Pre-ignition of payload fuel.

(D,4) L

Yes

3. Hazards to personnel caused by payload.

(D,3) M

Yes

Table 5-11 Risk analysis matrix

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