ZENIT-AUSTRALIA is deep modification of two stages ZENIT-2 space launch vehicle, which uses different propulsion for both stages, has new guidance and control system, and is adopted for fully automated launch operations from Cape York, Australia. It employs set of same type newly developed gas generator (open) power cycle engines, including single restartable engine with vacuum nozzle for the second stage, and cluster of seven such non-restasrtable sea level engines for the first stage. All engines are using kerosene and liquid oxygen fuel. ZENIT-AUSTRALIA is controlled by newly developed guidance and control system, is fitted for launches at climate conditions of Cape York, Australia, and can support up to four launches per day from single launch pad due to fully automated check out tests, fueling, countdown, and launch process. Figure 1
ZENIT-AUSTRALIA space launch vehicle
2021-05-27
Patent
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch
IPC: | B64G Raumfahrt , COSMONAUTICS |
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