China's Space Program News Thread
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I guess the eventual goal is to launch the vehicle via carrier plane. If so then they are testing the concept in stages. First make sure the vehicle can reach orbit and return successfully.
Some clarification.
The Chinese space plane system has two stages
- The 1st stage use combined cycle engine. This is similar to SR-72.
- The 2nd stage is rocket propelled by rocket engine. This is similar to X-37.
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This image might have some resemblance to the real thing, by comparing the plate that extends beyond the tail section with the line drawing, which also seems to have a plate trailing the tail section:
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They should focus on using the Hainan base for more of the space launches. The ones in central China are dangerously close to villages and other population centers.
It's not uncommon for these launches from the inland launch sites. It's unavoidable to a certain extent.
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