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Celebrating Ron Sega: A Legacy in Aerospace and Military Exploration

Ron Sega, U.S. Air Force (ret.) and active member of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), has made significant contributions to aerospace history. From the launch of Sputnik in 1957 to iconic missions like Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo, his career reflects a dedication to advancing human space exploration. Involved with the 901 TAG and 302 TAW from 1982 to 1987, Sega continued test flights, exemplified by his May 26, 2010, flight. His remarkable journey inspires current and future generations in the fields of aviation and space.

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Celebrating Ron Sega: A Legacy in Aerospace and Military Exploration

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  1. Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Ohio Council of Chapters Ron Sega U.S. Air Force (ret.)
  2. Sputnik October 4, 1957
  3. Yuri Gagarin
  4. Mercury
  5. Gemini
  6. Apollo
  7. Apollo-Soyuz
  8. Space Shuttle - Discovery
  9. 901 TAG and 302 TAW (1982-1987) Test Flight – May 26, 2010 Photos from 910 AW website
  10. STS-60 Space Shuttle Discovery 1994
  11. Source: http://science.ksc.nasa.gov/gallery/photos/1996/high/KSC-96PC-2961.10.jpg
  12. Source: http://science.ksc.nasa.gov/gallery/photos/1995/high/KSC-95PC-0969.jpg
  13. Source: http://science.ksc.nasa.gov/shuttle/missions/sts-60/sts-60-patch.jpg
  14. Source: http://images.jsc.nasa.gov/luceneweb/fullimage.jsp?searchpage=true&keywords=wake&textsearch=Go&hitsperpage=5&pageno=3&photoId=STS060-74-054
  15. Source: http://spaceflight.nasa.gov/gallery/images/shuttle/sts-69/hires/sts069-723-072.jpg
  16. Source: http://images.jsc.nasa.gov/luceneweb/fullimage.jsp?searchpage=true&keywords=wake&textsearch=Go&hitsperpage=5&pageno=2&photoId=STS060-54-018
  17. Source: http://images.jsc.nasa.gov/luceneweb/fullimage.jsp?searchpage=true&keywords=wake&textsearch=Go&hitsperpage=5&pageno=3&photoId=STS060-57-033
  18. Source: http://images.jsc.nasa.gov/luceneweb/fullimage.jsp?searchpage=true&keywords=wake&textsearch=Go&hitsperpage=5&pageno=2&photoId=STS060-09-024
  19. Source: http://spaceflight1.nasa.gov/gallery/images/shuttle/sts-69/hires/sts069-732-048.jpg
  20. Source: http://spaceflight1.nasa.gov/gallery/images/shuttle/sts-69/hires/sts069-724-095.jpg
  21. STS-76 Space Shuttle Atlantis to Mir 1996
  22. International Space Station
  23. Director of Defense Research and Engineering, Department of Defense Three Areas of Increased Emphasis National Aerospace Initiative Surveillance and Knowledge Systems Energy and Power Technologies Technical Systems Reviews Technology Readiness Assessments Task Force support to Systems Development Workforce Initiative DUSD (Laboratories and Basic Sciences) National Defense Education Program (NDEP)
  24. Hypersonics -- X-51A Test Flight – May 26, 2010
  25. POWER GENERATION Fuel Cells & Fuel Reforming Novel Power FUEL CELL Energy & Power Technologies… - Enabling a More Electric Force More Electric Aircraft Electric Warship ENERGY STORAGE Space Based Radar Power Needs Batteries Capacitors High Power Microwave POWER CONTROL AND DISTRIBUTION FY02 FY12 Switching & Conditioning Power Transmission & Distribution Thermal Management New Operational Capabilities Warrior Electric/Hybrid Weapons Hybrid/Electric Combat Vehicle
  26. Under Secretary of the Air Force Space Department of Defense Executive Agent for Space Back to Basics in Acquisition and the Block Approach Systems Engineering Workforce Research and Development Alignment with Needs and Redistribution of Risk Stability in Basic Research Energy “Make Energy a Consideration in All We Do” Energy Strategy (Supply and Demand – with Metrics)
  27. Block 2 Block 1 Acquisition Stages—Block Approach- GPS III Example IIIA IIIB IIIC System Production Block 3 Block 4 Cross Links Systems Development Block 2 Block 4 Block 5 Block 3 Spot Beam Technology Development Block 4 Block 5 Block 6 Block 3 Clocks Science & Technology Block 4 Block 5 Block 6 Block 7
  28. Space Test Program-1 Launch
  29. Tactical Satellite Experiment-2 (TacSat-2) Successful Launch, 16 Dec 06 Ground Terminal – China Lake Capability: Field tasking/data downlink in same pass One meter tactical imagery Specific emitter ID & geolocation Dynamic retasking Autonomous tasking/checkout/on-orbit maintenance, on-board data processing Total mission cost w/ launch ~$63M Notes: First of TACSAT series on-orbit Utilized the Minotaur launch vehicle Launched from Wallops Island Facility Successfully commanded spacecraft from China Lake ground station First Image, Pacific Ocean
  30. Air Force Energy Strategy- Addressing Supply & Demand “Make Energy a Consideration in All We Do” Accelerate development and use of “Alternative” sources Synthetic Fuel for Aviation Renewable Energy for Installations Enhance energy efficiency -- aviation and infrastructure Promote a culture where Airmen conserve energy
  31. Air Force Energy Use (as Percentage of Cost) Facility Fighter 18% 20% Bomber 8% Ground Trainer 2% 3% “Other” 7% Aviation Mobility 42% A $10/BBL INCREASE IN THE COST OF CRUDE OIL DRIVES A ~$600M/YR INCREASE IN THE COST TO AF OPERATIONS Source: DESC FY06 Cost Data Fuels Enterprise System & Defense Utility Reporting System
  32. Air Force Energy StrategyOversight Structure Senior Focus Group Critical Infrastructure Program WG Synthetic Fuels WG Infrastructure WG Acquisition & Tech WG Aviation Operations WG Innovative Financing Working Group Strategic Outreach Working Group
  33. Examples of Air Force Energy Initiatives in the United States Demonstrate H2 Production & Military Fuel Cell Vehicle Grand Forks AFB, ND Synthetic Fuels Research, Air Force Research Lab, WPAFB, OH Fuel Cell/Electric Warehouse Tractor Selfridge ANGB, MI 14MW Photovoltaic generation, Nellis AFB, NV B-52 SynFuel Flight Demo, Edwards AFB, CA Wind generation farm, FE Warren AFB, WY Low Speed Vehicles Shaw AFB, SC 122 KW Photovoltaic project, Luke AFB, AZ Waste energy and ice plant, Dyess AFB, TX Advanced Power Technology Office, Robins AFB, GA Air Force Energy Office, Tyndall AFB, FL Center of Excellence Demonstration Sites
  34. Synthetic Fuel Blend Engine Run (AFRL)
  35. B-52 Initial Flight Test of Synthetic Fuel/JP-8 Blend—Flight Crew (September 2006)
  36. United Airlines / RentechEngineering Validation Flight - April 30, 2010 (Colorado) RenJet Fuel Loading
  37. Education / Workforce Initiatives National Defense Education Act -- 1958 Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) Study National Defense Education Program (NDEP) NAS Study: Rising Above the Gathering Storm MOAA Educational Foundation The MOAA Scholarship Fund Interest-Free Loan and Grant Program The American Patriot Scholarship
  38. Systems Engineering Trend toward increasing complexity of systems Aerospace, Energy, Environment, Health Care, etc. Needs of industry and government National Surveys Colorado Industry and Government Surveys Systems engineering education at CSU Undergraduate emphasis on systems approach Master of Engineering in Systems Engineering began in the Fall 0f 2008 M.S. and Ph.D. in Systems Engineering with an emphasize Energy Systems began in the Fall of 2010
  39. Challenges mentioned most as keys to our energy future: Create breakthroughs in approaches to integrating complex energy systems Improve the energy efficiency of buildings Improve battery and grid level storage of energy Advance development of renewable energysources Develop energy-efficient biofuelswithout compromising food production Deploy cost-effective clean coal technology Make development of shale energy sources more sustainable Develop commercially viable nuclear fission and fusion Increase access to sufficient clean water to meet energy needs Implement a national energy policy
  40. Develop university-level centers and campus-level test beds to address industry problems Create environments for innovation Contribute to National Energy Policy by offering key theoretical and empirical inputs to policy development Test Beds and National Energy Policy
  41. Concluding Thoughts “We owe our current prosperity, security, and good health to the investments of past generations, and we are obliged to renew those commitments in education, research, and innovation policies to ensure that the American people continue to benefit from the remarkable opportunities provided by the rapid development of the global economy and it’s not inconsiderable underpinning in science and technology.” Reference: Rising Above The Gathering Storm: Energizing and Employing America for a Brighter Economic Future, National Academy of Sciences, 2005
  42. We Are All In This Together
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