Pads look very different from the way Zenit and Proton pads are designed. Why the change in pad design?
According to an MSNBC article (which I can't link to because I'm using my iPhone), the PPTS will be using the Angara A5 as its launcher, in light of Rus-M getting the axe.
Will the multi-core versions of angara(3,5,7) use cross-feed?And is it true that A5P does not have a second stage? without cross-feed this would have severe effect on capacity as it would be almost like SSTO but cross-feed helps a lot(makes it practically TSTO) and makes if feasible?
Also if look on google earth (overhead and 40 degree viewing angles) for the launch complex Iran is building to support larger/more powerful rockets, the FSS almost completely identical in size and design, which also makes me wonder if Russia is somewhat involved given the similarities.
Quote from: russianhalo117 on 07/21/2012 10:20 pmAlso if look on google earth (overhead and 40 degree viewing angles) for the launch complex Iran is building to support larger/more powerful rockets, the FSS almost completely identical in size and design, which also makes me wonder if Russia is somewhat involved given the similarities.If the Iranian launch complex is that close in design to the Angara site, the implication is that someone from KBTM (which is now a part of Tsenki) may be helping them.
Quote from: hkultala on 07/26/2012 07:33 pmWill the multi-core versions of angara(3,5,7) use cross-feed?And is it true that A5P does not have a second stage? without cross-feed this would have severe effect on capacity as it would be almost like SSTO but cross-feed helps a lot(makes it practically TSTO) and makes if feasible?First link on google (on this very site):http://forum.nasaspaceflight.com/index.php?topic=28424.msg877014#msg877014