Inflatable heat shields could aid future Mars landings
Langley researchers in Hampton test inflatable donut shaped rings to slow large crafts for Mars entry. The nitrogen filled shield sits atop the vehicle using atmospheric drag to reduce the need for heavy propellant. NASA aims for 2030s human missions amid propulsion and life support challenges.
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