Re: SSTO vs 2 stage

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From: Simon E. Booth
Date: Sun, 03 Jan 1993 10:40

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The idea of a 2 stage DC configuration seems technically sound, but how
would it be compatible with the launch facilities designed around the
intended DC-vehicle (single stage)?

Could the service gantries and launch pads be designed to accomodate
different spacecraft configurations?  I know that the launch pads in use today
are built around the rockets launched from them (i.e. Pads 39 A and B can only
be used for the shuttle).

One possible use for a two-stage DC configuration might be a lunar flight
without having to re-fuel in LEO.


Unless I'm way of the mark again on this one.


Simon

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