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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:Team_Rocket
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gptkbp:application
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deep space missions
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gptkbp:challenges
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engine performance optimization
addressed during development
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gptkbp:check_in_time
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approximately 200 seconds
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gptkbp:collaboration
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gptkb:NASA
yes
established
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gptkbp:combustor_type
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staged combustion
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gptkbp:community_engagement
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ongoing
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gptkbp:community_outreach
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part of Blue Origin's initiatives
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gptkbp:community_support
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strong
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gptkbp:competes_with
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gptkb:Aerojet_Rocketdyne's_AR1
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gptkbp:contract
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secured with ULA
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gptkbp:contribution_to_space_exploration
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notable
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gptkbp:cooling_system
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regenerative cooling
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gptkbp:design_purpose
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cost-effective launch solutions
cost-effective propulsion
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gptkbp:designed_for
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reusability
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gptkbp:developed_by
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gptkb:Blue_Origin
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gptkbp:development
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gptkb:2011
gptkb:2014
Blue Origin engineers
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gptkbp:development_cost
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estimated at $1 billion
estimated $1 billion
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gptkbp:durability
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designed for multiple uses
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gptkbp:economic_impact
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gptkb:significant
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gptkbp:engine
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gptkb:RD-180
modular design
increasing capacity
growing demand
advanced technology used
staged combustion cycle
performed at Blue Origin facilities
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gptkbp:engine_configuration
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publicly available
innovative design features
single or clustered
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gptkbp:engine_development_timeline
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on schedule
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gptkbp:engine_nozzle_type
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bell nozzle
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gptkbp:engine_power
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available for analysis
high reliability expected
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gptkbp:engine_testing_results
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positive feedback received
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gptkbp:environmental_impact
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lower emissions than kerosene
lower than kerosene engines
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gptkbp:facilities
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gptkb:Blue_Origin's_West_Texas_facility
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gptkbp:first_flight
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gptkb:2020
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gptkbp:first_successful_static_fire_test
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gptkb:2017
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gptkbp:fuel_capacity
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4.5 m
3.5 m
3.7 meters
4.5 meters
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gptkbp:fuel_economy
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high
high fuel efficiency
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gptkbp:fuel_type
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turbopump
liquid oxygen and liquefied natural gas
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gptkbp:future_prospects
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deep space missions
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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BE-4 engine
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gptkbp:ignition_system
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dual expander cycle
dual start
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gptkbp:impact_on_launch_costs
|
reduction expected
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gptkbp:inspired_by
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previous Blue Origin engine designs
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gptkbp:investment
|
300 psi
approximately 30 bar
|
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gptkbp:is_a_supporter_of
|
conducted
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gptkbp:is_tested_for
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gptkb:Blue_Origin's_West_Texas_facility
gptkb:Blue_Origin's_test_facility_in_West_Texas
ongoing
positive
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gptkbp:is_used_in
|
gptkb:New_Glenn
United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur
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gptkbp:launch_capability
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heavy lift
|
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gptkbp:launch_date
|
high frequency expected
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gptkbp:launch_site
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gptkb:Cape_Canaveral_Space_Force_Station
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gptkbp:launch_vehicle
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gptkb:United_Launch_Alliance_Vulcan_Centaur
|
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gptkbp:lifespan
|
15 years
multiple launches
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gptkbp:manufacturer
|
gptkb:Blue_Origin
|
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gptkbp:mission
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planned for lunar missions
planned for lunar exploration
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gptkbp:notable_release
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gptkb:2014
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gptkbp:number_of_engines
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two
1 or 2 on New Glenn
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gptkbp:operational_use
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planned for 2023
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gptkbp:part_of
|
Blue Origin's vision for space access
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gptkbp:partnership
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gptkb:United_Launch_Alliance
|
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gptkbp:partnerships
|
various aerospace companies
|
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gptkbp:patents_filed
|
related technologies
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gptkbp:performance
|
high efficiency
|
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gptkbp:project
|
influential in rocket propulsion.
|
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gptkbp:propulsion
|
yes
550,000 lbf
LOX/ LNG
up to 2,400 k N
|
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gptkbp:public_interest
|
high
|
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gptkbp:reliability
|
high
|
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gptkbp:safety_features
|
redundant systems
multiple redundant systems
|
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gptkbp:specific_impulse
|
330 seconds
|
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gptkbp:specification
|
available publicly
|
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gptkbp:target_market
|
commercial space launch
|
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gptkbp:targeted_for_use_in
|
gptkb:United_Launch_Alliance's_Vulcan_Centaur_rocket
|
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gptkbp:test_firing
|
gptkb:2017
|
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gptkbp:upgrades
|
possible
planned
|
|
gptkbp:used_by
|
gptkb:United_Launch_Alliance
|
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gptkbp:used_in
|
gptkb:New_Glenn_rocket
gptkb:New_Glenn
|
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gptkbp:weight
|
3,000 lb
approximately 3,000 kg
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gptkbp:bfsParent
|
gptkb:NASA_Stennis_Space_Center
gptkb:Blue_Origin
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
|
4
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