I shouldn't speak for him, but I don't think he has a problem - we are just reacting to the hyperbola of the statement that XCOR's "rocket engine development is paced to create highly reliable, inexpensive to operate, reusable integrated systems" when neither the A) engine nor B) the integrated system (LYNX) has flown yet.Again, it may be proven true eventually, but given the history of the "newSpace" industry in the last decade, it seems presumptuous at this point.
Quote from: Lars_J on 05/29/2014 06:09 amI shouldn't speak for him, but I don't think he has a problem - we are just reacting to the hyperbola of the statement that XCOR's "rocket engine development is paced to create highly reliable, inexpensive to operate, reusable integrated systems" when neither the A) engine nor B) the integrated system (LYNX) has flown yet.Again, it may be proven true eventually, but given the history of the "newSpace" industry in the last decade, it seems presumptuous at this point.Yeah, that's exactly what I think. XCOR may or may not succeed in getting a highly reliable and cheap system for passenger access to suborbital space working. I wish them well and I hope they succeed. I just think the statements that we should be confident they will succeed are not justified.
I think I'm safe in saying that they don't really care what you believe.
That is going to have a PR impact sooner or later.
Quote from: zaitcev on 07/01/2014 02:42 amThat is going to have a PR impact sooner or later.People might start comparing them to Virgin Galactic?
XCOR Aerospace Acquires Space Expedition CorporationSXC to become “XCOR Space Expeditions,” an Open, Global Platform for XCOR® Lynx® FlightsJune 30, 2014, Mojave, CA — XCOR Aerospace announced today that it has closed the acquisition of all operational subsidiaries of Space Expedition Corporation, the previously independent Dutch company also known as SXC. SXC served as XCOR’s general sales agent for XCOR® Lynx® flight sales and as their lead wet lease customer. The new sales entity, XCOR Space Expeditions, will continue to focus on sales, commercial partnerships and participant (customer) training on a global level, and will serve as an open sales channel available for all future XCOR Lynx wet lease clients.The acquisition signals XCOR’s commitment to being “the most active space flight company in the world” through a marked increase in integrated sales activities and multiple wet lease operations. As the most active spaceflight company in the world, XCOR is poised to become the company which delivers the most value for the price. With its high frequency of flights, XCOR will learn the most the quickest in the emerging commercial spaceflight industry and more customers will benefit from Lynx’s incredible in-the-cockpit experience.XCOR CEO Jeff Greason noted that “For the past two years, SXC has provided XCOR Aerospace with an expanding roster of new customers and commercial partners. As XCOR Space Expeditions, we look forward to making the most of their expertise and insights with customers and commercial partners. With their sales and marketing engine now a part of the XCOR brand, we deepen the connection between customers and Lynx.”“Both as a founder of SXC, and through my background in e-Business and Formula One, I understand that exceptional engineering and design are vital for performance and the overall customer experience,” said SXC co-founder and XCOR Aerospace board member Michiel Mol. “XCOR Aerospace is the best I’ve seen in spacecraft and rocket engine design. With this acquisition XCOR Space Expeditions will provide direct connection to the XCOR brand and more up-to-date information about Lynx for individual ticket holders, wet lease customers and commercial partners. The result is an integrated XCOR that will inspire our customers and investors, and deliver a more seamless and exciting experience overall.”Detailed terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The all-stock transaction was reviewed by the United States Treasury Department’s Committee on Foreign Investment in the US (CFIUS) which determined the acquisition and exchange of shares was not a “covered transaction.”
Founder 100,000 USD +100 km Lynx Mark II Curacao, Mojave Q3 2015Future 100,000 USD +100 km Lynx Mark II Curacao, Mojave Q1 2016Pioneer 95,000 USD +60 km Lynx Mark I Mojave Q4 2014This schedule is indicative only and subject to change.
The website has already been updated: http://spacexc.com/en/home/QuoteFounder 100,000 USD +100 km Lynx Mark II Curacao, Mojave Q3 2015Future 100,000 USD +100 km Lynx Mark II Curacao, Mojave Q1 2016Pioneer 95,000 USD +60 km Lynx Mark I Mojave Q4 2014This schedule is indicative only and subject to change. Indeed.
"I'm in the private space business because I don't feel like waiting 20 years for something to happen." --Jeff Greason
Perhaps this topic has already been addressed in this thread but what's taking XCOR so long? It looks to me like they have a far superior propulsion system to Virgin and a significantly smaller and easier to build vehicle. When are they going to start powered flight?I'm seriously interested from an engineering and management perspective. What are the challenges they are facing that are causing it to take them this long to reach powered flight?
"I'm in the private space business because I don't feel like waiting 20 years for something to happen." --Jeff Greasonhttp://www.cnbc.com/id/101911569
Quote from: sdsds on 08/29/2014 05:48 am"I'm in the private space business because I don't feel like waiting 20 years for something to happen." --Jeff Greasonhttp://www.cnbc.com/id/101911569Meanwhile the Lynx is at least four years behind schedule.
