Tikhonravov, Mikhail K. (1901–1974)
Chief theoretician of the Soviet space program. Tikhonravov graduated from
the Zhukovsky Air Force Academy in 1925 and subsequently became an expert
in the field of aircraft engineering. Beginning in 1933, he began work with
Sergei Korolev to solve the problems of
rocket design for space exploration. In concert they developed the first
liquid propellant engine rocket, and Tikhonravov continued to work on the
design until Korolev's death in 1966. He also spent much of his time during
this period educating rocket specialists about the design and its capabilities
and limits. Shortly before his death in 1974, Tikhonravov was awarded several
of the Soviet Union's highest civilian honors, including the Orders of Lenin
and Red Banner of Labor, the title "Hero of Socialist Labor," and the Lenin
Prize.
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