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Σ-II LTV [Saturn IB] (semi-failed)


Manny73211

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This is supposed to be a test of the RCS, docking, and long-distance re-entry capabilities of the Venus Command Module. The version of the 2nd stage was slightly different, with yellow baguettes on the sides and no fairing. 2 were launched. One with 3 crew members, and one with 1. We waited for the first one to almost complete an orbit before launching a second, in hopes of a successful rendezvous. That's the part that failed. RCS was amazing, and both re-entries were flawless, unattended, and one landed right next to the KSC. For the next LTV launch, we will need more fuel.

Notes

  • Practice Rendezvous
  • Bring more fuel
  • Lander will be named Orpheus, after the guy who went to hell and came back, leaving behind his wife

Images

Mission-specific Venus module, with double-belled Poodle Engine

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Stages

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Bonus image from during landing

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That's all, stay sigma!

-Manny73211; Square One Industries Chairman, Glass Cannon Productions developer, ETG at Innovation Inc, and professional goofy goober 

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