A reusable space access launch vehicle system

摘要

A reusable space access launch vehicle system comprises a reusable vehicle (10), at least one expendable boost propulsion device (12) attached to the reusable vehicle, and an oxidizer system (28) onboard the vehicle (10). The oxidizer system (28) supplies an oxidizer, preferably in a gaseous state, to the at least on expendable boost propulsion device (12). In a preferred embodiment, the at least one boost propulsion device (12) comprises a hybrid rocket combustor. <IMAGE>