Two priority cargo earth-to-orbit transports are described. One of the vehicles is powered by all-LOX/hydrogen rocket engines. The vehicle is launched vertically but is equipped with aero-surfaces (delta wings and canards) for horizontal landing. The second vehicle is powered by engines utilizing dual fuels (hydrogen and hydrocarbon), the latter concept giving a more compact vehicle. The vehicle is designed for horizontal takeoff and horizontal landing. Both vehicle concepts are used for identification of possible future technology needs.


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    Title :

    Two priority cargo earth-to-orbit transports


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    Conference on Advanced Technology for Future Space Systems ; 1979 ; Hampton, VA


    Publication date :

    1979-01-01


    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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