The European Space Agency's approach to future space transportation systems
Abstract
The 1985 ESA space transportation development program options are listed, and a general plan for long term preparatory studies is presented. The need for launchers beyond Ariane 4 is examined and a reusable launcher is recommended as a final goal. A study program to examine the implications of reusability is described.
- Publication:
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In CNES The Future of Launchers in Europe
- Pub Date:
- 1982
- Bibcode:
- 1982cnes.rept..653P
- Keywords:
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- Aerospace Technology Transfer;
- European Space Agency;
- Project Planning;
- Space Transportation;
- Technology Utilization;
- Ariane Launch Vehicle;
- Economic Factors;
- Manned Space Flight;
- Payload Mass Ratio;
- Product Development;
- Reusable Launch Vehicles;
- Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles