Abstract:A novel concept of orbital launch system in which all stages are reusable is presented. The first two stages called Midpoint Delivery System (MPDS) deliver the next stages to a midpoint. A midpoint is defined by an altitude of 100 km to 120 km and horizontal velocity of 2.8 km/s to 3.2 km/s. MPDS stages decelerate in the atmosphere and perform vertical landing on barges. These stages can be reused daily for many years. The payload is delivered from the midpoint to a 400 km Low Earth Orbit by one or two stage r… Show more
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