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An impact resistant insulation tile is provided that is capable of withstanding the impact of Micrometeriods and Other Debris (MMOD). The tiles are secured to an exterior surface of a Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV). A durable coating is applied to the exterior surface of a thermally insulative layer

An impact resistant insulation tile is provided that is capable of withstanding the impact of Micrometeriods and Other Debris (MMOD). The tiles are secured to an exterior surface of a Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV). A durable coating is applied to the exterior surface of a thermally insulative layer to fragment and slow down MMOD that collide with the tile. In addition, a shock layer may be embedded within the thermal insulator to further reduce the size and speed of MMOD particles. A ballistic strain isolator pad may also be located between the thermal insulator and the RLV structure to capture fragmented particles.

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An impact resistant insulation tile is provided that is capable of withstanding the impact of Micrometeriods and Other Debris (MMOD). The tiles are secured to an exterior surface of a Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV). A durable coating is applied to the exterior surface of a thermally insulative layer

An impact resistant insulation tile is provided that is capable of withstanding the impact of Micrometeriods and Other Debris (MMOD). The tiles are secured to an exterior surface of a Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV). A durable coating is applied to the exterior surface of a thermally insulative layer to fragment and slow down MMOD that collide with the tile. In addition, a shock layer may be embedded within the thermal insulator to further reduce the size and speed of MMOD particles. A ballistic strain isolator pad may also be located between the thermal insulator and the RLV structure to capture fragmented particles. , wherein the step of inserting is performed using a servo-control mechanism. 7. An apparatus for dispensing lengths of metallic ribbon stock from a dispenser containing a coil of metallic ribbon stock, the apparatus comprising: a mounting device for mounting the dispenser; a plurality of roller assemblies, each comprising a roller; and a positioning device operatively connected to at least one roller assembly, wherein the positioning device operates to insert at least a portion of the roller through an aperture of the dispenser for rotatably engaging the roller with the coil of metallic ribbon stock, wherein the positioning device rotatably engages the roller with a force to reduce friction at a point of contact between the coil and an inner surface of the dispenser as the coil is withdrawn from the dispenser. 8. The apparatus of claim 7, wherein a roller assembly is provided for each sidewall section of the dispenser. 9. The apparatus of claim 7, wherein the positioning device comprises a manually controlled device. 10. The apparatus of claim 7, wherein the positioning device comprises an automatic control system. 11. A system for dispensing lengths of metallic ribbon stock from a dispenser containing a coil of metallic ribbon stock, the apparatus comprising: mounting means for mounting the dispenser; and friction reduction means for tangentially engaging the metallic ribbon stock through one or more apertures in the dispenser to aid in the dispensing of the stock, wherein the friction reduction means rotatably engages the metallic ribbon stock with a force to reduce friction at a point of contact between the coil and an inner surface of the dispenser as the coil is withdrawn from the dispenser. 12. The system of claim 11, wherein the friction reduction means operates under manual control. 13. The system of claim 12, wherein the friction reduction means operates under a servo control.