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The X-33/VentureStar ProgramThe VentureStar reusable launch vehicle is discussed in this viewgraph presentation. The objectives of the VentureStar program are reviewed: (1) expendables cost too much, (2) commercial space market is growing (3) meets NASA's goals, (4) Users want fast ground turnaround, (5) users want quick access to space, (6) the offline payload processing saves time, (7) low cost access to space will enable new markets. Flight tests of the X-33, which was designed to test the technology and is pictured in several slides, built credibility for VentureStar. One slide shows the dimensions, weight, length, LEO payload capacity, and the propulsion, in comparison for the X-33, the VentureStar, the Space Shuttle, the Proton D-1e, and the Ariane V. Yet other slides outline the vehicle's features, the plan for the operation of the vehicle, from the runway, to the pad, to orbit. The planned containerized payload operation will allow for a 7 day turnaround for the system, which will allow for the planned 40 flights per year.
Document ID
19990041334
Acquisition Source
Marshall Space Flight Center
Document Type
Other
Authors
Laube, J.
(NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL United States)
Date Acquired
September 6, 2013
Publication Date
October 22, 1998
Subject Category
Space Transportation
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NCC8-115
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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