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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:spacecraft
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Sierra_Nevada_Corporation
gptkb:Sierra_Space gptkb:X-15_Rocket_Plane gptkb:Expedition_82 |
| gptkbp:aircraft_operated |
Fly-by-wire
autonomous up to 30 days up to 14 days low Earth orbit fly-by-wire Mach 0.8 15,000 meters autonomous and manual autonomous and manual control autonomous landing system up to 60 days Up to 60 days up to 30 days in orbit |
| gptkbp:application |
microgravity research
scientific research missions Scientific research and experiments scientific experiments on lunar surface |
| gptkbp:armament |
pressurized and unpressurized sections
|
| gptkbp:based_on |
gptkb:Dream_Chaser_Cargo_System
Space Shuttle technology |
| gptkbp:budget |
$1 billion
estimated at $1 billion Cost-effective operations competitive with other cargo spacecraft competitive with other spacecraft $1 billion for development $2 billion for full program |
| gptkbp:capacity |
30 cubic meters
up to 7 crew members up to 5,500 kg |
| gptkbp:challenges |
thermal management
overcome during development overcoming atmospheric re-entry stresses overcoming technical challenges in design Funding and technical hurdles Overcoming technical challenges addresses engineering challenges in design. |
| gptkbp:collaborated_with |
gptkb:spacecraft
|
| gptkbp:collaborates_with |
gptkb:NASA
|
| gptkbp:collaborations |
gptkb:NASA's_Artemis_program
gptkb:ESA gptkb:battle global partnerships NASA, ESA global space exploration efforts involves multiple countries with various countries with universities for research collaborates with international space agencies collaborations with international space agencies with ESA with JAXA involvement with global space initiatives with European Space Agency involves international partners in missions partnered with ESA |
| gptkbp:communication |
advanced communication systems
solar panels S-band and Ku-band advanced telemetry high-data-rate communication high data rate communication high-frequency radio high data rate communication system high-data-rate communication links |
| gptkbp:community |
international space agencies
NASA and international partners growing user community in space research scientists, researchers, and commercial entities |
| gptkbp:community_engagement |
gptkb:High
Community outreach programs high outreach programs educational outreach programs engages with local communities high public interest high interest from space enthusiasts high due to space exploration outreach programs planned high public interest in commercial spaceflight high due to lunar missions high interest from commercial sector High interest in commercial spaceflight engages with public outreach programs |
| gptkbp:competitors |
gptkb:spacecraft
gptkb:Northrop_Grumman_Cygnus gptkb:Blue_Origin_New_Glenn |
| gptkbp:constructed_in |
commercial use
|
| gptkbp:contract |
gptkb:NASA_Commercial_Resupply_Services
gptkb:NASA |
| gptkbp:controls |
Fly-by-wire
fly-by-wire fly-by-wire system |
| gptkbp:cooling_system |
Ablative heat shield
ablative heat shield |
| gptkbp:crew |
gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:television_series gptkb:None gptkb:none Not applicable simulator training up to 7 uncrewed physical training up to 7 astronauts 7 astronauts emergency procedures training up to 7 crew members extensive training required simulator-based training simulator training available meets NASA safety standards user-friendly crew interface extensive crew training program monitors crew health during missions selects highly trained astronauts |
| gptkbp:design |
gptkb:theorem
completed reusable low Earth orbit missions completed in 2019 Experienced aerospace engineers multiple prototypes lifting body design modular components for upgrades completed design phase Sierra Nevada Corporation engineers Sierra Nevada engineers |
| gptkbp:designed_by |
gptkb:Sierra_Nevada_Corporation
|
| gptkbp:developed_by |
gptkb:NASA's_Artemis_program
gptkb:United_States gptkb:Sierra_Nevada_Corporation gptkb:NASA's_Commercial_Crew_Program |
| gptkbp:developer |
gptkb:2004
gptkb:2006 gptkb:2010 $1 billion estimated at $1 billion 2010 to present 2010 to 2025 |
| gptkbp:durability |
gptkb:spacecraft
gptkb:theorem gptkb:battle reusable |
| gptkbp:economic_impact |
positive economic impact on local economies
|
| gptkbp:educational_programs |
STEM initiatives
supports STEM education initiatives |
| gptkbp:elevation |
up to 500 km
low Earth orbit up to 400 km capable of orbital maneuvers |
| gptkbp:enables |
sustainable lunar presence
|
| gptkbp:ends_at |
2030s
|
| gptkbp:engine_type |
gptkb:rocket
liquid rocket engines |
| gptkbp:enhances |
space exploration capabilities
|
| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
gptkb:United_States_Coast_Guard_Cutter
Completed low emissions ongoing completed Minimized emissions life support systems designed to minimize environmental impact designed for minimal impact designed for minimal environmental footprint |
| gptkbp:exhibited_at |
gptkb:theorem
gptkb:battle demonstrates new technologies new space technologies |
| gptkbp:expansion_plans |
human spaceflight opportunities
|
| gptkbp:facilitates |
research in microgravity
|
| gptkbp:features |
modular design
multi-mission capability advanced avionics high reliability high maneuverability Delta wing design delta wing design environmentally friendly materials low drag design cargo transport capability autonomous landing capability lifting body design modular payload bay high lift capability delta wing configuration winged design winged spacecraft advanced thermal protection crew transport capability high reusability wings for landing Delta wing configuration |
| gptkbp:feedback |
Positive feedback from stakeholders
|
| gptkbp:first_flight |
gptkb:2022
gptkb:2023 gptkb:Edwards_Air_Force_Base gptkb:battle gptkb:Spaceport_America 2024 Ongoing 2023-05-20 ongoing successful approximately 30 minutes planned planned for 2024 Planned for 2024 planned for 2023 Suborbital and orbital missions suborbital and orbital planned for 2025 completed in 2021 planned for 2022 suborbital and orbital flights planned test flights validate flight performance completed in 2017 collected for analysis Planned for 2023 suborbital and orbital missions Dream Chaser free flight test suborbital test flight scheduled test flights demonstrates reusability free flight test planned flight tests |
| gptkbp:fuel_type |
RP-1 and liquid oxygen
liquid oxygen and RP-1 |
| gptkbp:future_plans |
gptkb:spacecraft
gptkb:Mars_missions deep space exploration Lunar missions lunar missions commercial missions commercial missions to LEO crewed missions planned expand to lunar and Martian missions prepare for operational flights to support long-term human presence in space Leading in commercial spaceflight. expansion to crewed variant expansion to lunar missions |
| gptkbp:growth_rate |
Significant revenue potential
from commercial missions |
| gptkbp:has |
modular design
solar panels crew escape system |
| gptkbp:has_ability |
cargo transport
reusable crew transport vertical landing landing on runways |
| gptkbp:has_mission |
resupply missions
|
| gptkbp:has_part |
gptkb:computer
thermal protection system |
| gptkbp:has_programs |
gptkb:Commercial_Crew_Program
gptkb:NASA's_Commercial_Crew_Program gptkb:starship gptkb:NASA's_Commercial_Resupply_Services |
| gptkbp:has_style |
lifting body
|
| gptkbp:height |
3.5 meters
|
| gptkbp:historical_event |
part of space exploration history
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Dream Chaser
|
| gptkbp:includes |
crew transport services
|
| gptkbp:increased |
international collaboration in space
|
| gptkbp:influence |
future spacecraft designs
|
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
commercial spaceflight trends
|
| gptkbp:infrastructure |
ground support equipment
|
| gptkbp:innovation |
focus on innovative solutions
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:spacecraft
human space exploration for future generations of astronauts inspired by NASA's Space Shuttle inspired by previous space shuttle designs inspired by the need for reliable space access |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:spacecraft
|
| gptkbp:instrument |
various scientific payloads
|
| gptkbp:integrates_with |
gptkb:International_Space_Station
gptkb:battle modular design for easy upgrades with International Space Station integrated with ISS integrated with ISS operations |
| gptkbp:is |
commercially available
|
| gptkbp:is_a_destination_for |
gptkb:International_Space_Station
Low Earth Orbit |
| gptkbp:is_a_supporter_of |
planned for 2025
|
| gptkbp:is_capable_of |
cargo transport
crew transport returning experiments |
| gptkbp:is_compatible_with |
gptkb:International_Space_Station
various launch vehicles |
| gptkbp:is_designed_for |
gptkb:spacecraft
gptkb:International_Space_Station gptkb:Mars_missions exploration missions lunar landings cargo resupply missions research missions sustainable space exploration deep space missions crewed missions lunar missions multiple missions payload delivery science missions ISS resupply missions cargo missions commercial missions lunar resupply |
| gptkbp:is_designed_to |
low Earth orbit missions
carry cargo |
| gptkbp:is_equipped_with |
life support systems
autonomous landing system |
| gptkbp:is_expected_to |
reduce launch costs
commercial space activities enhance research capabilities support international partnerships support lunar missions support technology demonstrations contribute to space economy enable deep space missions enable scientific experiments in space enhance commercial spaceflight enhance global collaboration in space facilitate space tourism provide cargo delivery services provide commercial launch services provide crew transport services support ISS resupply missions support satellite deployment |
| gptkbp:is_often_associated_with |
supplies to ISS
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Sierra_Nevada_Corporation's_space_program
Sierra Nevada's vision for space access next generation spacecraft |
| gptkbp:is_similar_to |
gptkb:Dream_Chaser_Cargo_System
|
| gptkbp:is_tested_for |
gptkb:suborbital_flights
gptkb:NASA ongoing scheduled for 2024 currently in testing phase |
| gptkbp:is_used_for |
cargo resupply missions
|
| gptkbp:key |
versatile design for various missions
|
| gptkbp:key_people |
gptkb:Mark_Sirangelo
|
| gptkbp:landing_site |
commercial spaceports
|
| gptkbp:launch_date |
2024
2025 annual up to 6 missions per year up to 12 missions per year multiple launches planned planned for multiple launches per year 20 missions Regular missions planned $10 million per flight Regular resupply missions up to 6 launches per year |
| gptkbp:launch_site |
gptkb:cape
gptkb:Kennedy_Space_Center gptkb:Cape_Canaveral_Space_Force_Station gptkb:software |
| gptkbp:launch_vehicle |
gptkb:Vulcan_Centaur
gptkb:Atlas_V |
| gptkbp:launched |
2023-2024
planned for 2024 multiple per year flexible launch windows Multiple planned Multiple planned missions Short turnaround time multiple launch windows |
| gptkbp:length |
9.3 m
9.3 meters |
| gptkbp:lifespan |
10 years
15 years designed for multiple missions over years |
| gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:United_States
gptkb:Sierra_Nevada_Corporation |
| gptkbp:marketed_as |
satellite deployment
|
| gptkbp:mass |
3,000 kg
12,000 kg 2,500 kg approximately 10,000 kg approximately 5,000 kg approximately 3,000 kg approximately 2,500 kg |
| gptkbp:max_speed |
Mach 2.5
|
| gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight |
Runway landing
approximately 200 km/h runway landing |
| gptkbp:media_coverage |
Extensive
extensive extensive media coverage Significant media attention significant media coverage extensive media interest significant during development |
| gptkbp:mission |
gptkb:Commercial_Crew_Program
gptkb:Mars_exploration gptkb:NASA_Commercial_Resupply_Services gptkb:Lunar_Gateway gptkb:software gptkb:Mars_missions gptkb:starship gptkb:NASA's_Commercial_Resupply_Services gptkb:Research_Institute Low Earth Orbit cargo transport low Earth orbit International Space Station resupply satellite deployment deep space missions cargo resupply Cargo resupply lunar surface missions Commercial resupply missions low Earth orbit missions planned for lunar missions ISS resupply missions resupply missions Asteroid missions resupply missions to the ISS ISS resupply Support ISS operations commercial cargo missions resupply the International Space Station Mars missions planned Lunar Gateway resupply cargo and crew transport Lunar missions planned Targeting 100% success |
| gptkbp:mission_duration |
up to 30 days
up to 60 days planned missions to ISS |
| gptkbp:navigation_system |
gptkb:hospital
Inertial navigation system GPS and inertial navigation GPS-based GPS-based navigation |
| gptkbp:negotiated_by |
gptkb:NASA
|
| gptkbp:notable_operations |
capable
|
| gptkbp:operated_by |
gptkb:NASA
|
| gptkbp:operational_area |
gptkb:International_Space_Station
gptkb:railway_station 15 years up to 10 years ground support equipment low Earth orbit Lunar missions competitive with other spacecraft aims to reduce operational costs for space missions Lower than traditional methods provides operational support for ISS |
| gptkbp:operational_status |
gptkb:2023
In development in development |
| gptkbp:origin |
Space Shuttle heritage
inspired by Space Shuttle Inspired by Space Shuttle derived from Space Shuttle technology inspired by space shuttle design |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:NASA's_Artemis_program
gptkb:NASA's_Commercial_Crew_Program |
| gptkbp:partnerships |
gptkb:spacecraft
gptkb:Lockheed_Martin gptkb:Northrop_Grumman gptkb:United_Nations gptkb:United_Launch_Alliance gptkb:United_Nations_Office_for_Outer_Space_Affairs gptkb:NASA Various aerospace companies international space agencies collaboration with universities NASA, ESA Collaborations with other companies collaborations with private sector multiple aerospace companies NASA, ESA, and other space agencies NASA and other international space agencies NASA, ESA, and private sector NASA, ESA, private sector various aerospace partnerships |
| gptkbp:power_output |
Solar panels
solar panels |
| gptkbp:primary_user |
gptkb:NASA
commercial customers |
| gptkbp:produced_by |
active
in production In development in development |
| gptkbp:production_location |
gptkb:Louisville,_Colorado
Sierra Nevada Corporation facilities |
| gptkbp:project |
gptkb:advanced_propulsion_systems
2025 upgraded systems incorporates advanced technologies autonomous landing systems enhanced lunar capabilities 2025 for full operational capability incorporating future space technologies initial development started in 2006 potential for advanced propulsion systems Incorporating advanced materials |
| gptkbp:propulsion |
liquid rocket engines
|
| gptkbp:provides_information_on |
glide landing
controlled descent and landing |
| gptkbp:purpose |
cargo transport
crew transportation Cargo resupply missions resupply missions |
| gptkbp:receives_funding_from |
NASA and private investment
|
| gptkbp:regulatory_compliance |
In progress
requires FAA approval |
| gptkbp:released |
2024
2025 |
| gptkbp:replaced_by |
gptkb:spacecraft
|
| gptkbp:research |
microgravity experiments
|
| gptkbp:research_interest |
for scientific experiments
offers research opportunities for scientists supports scientific experiments |
| gptkbp:restoration |
aircraft landing
Landing on runway land recovery ground recovery land on runway after re-entry |
| gptkbp:safety_features |
gptkb:musician
redundant systems in progress multiple redundant systems multiple redundancy systems Parachute system meets NASA safety standards autonomous landing system NASA safety standards extensive safety testing conducted Rigorous safety testing conducted undergoes rigorous safety testing |
| gptkbp:safety_record |
high reliability
High safety standards high safety standards designed with high safety standards high standards maintained designed with multiple redundancies |
| gptkbp:seating_capacity |
gptkb:physicist
gptkb:television_series gptkb:Basketball_Player gptkb:Dream_Chaser_Cargo_System gptkb:battle gptkb:railway_station 5 meters 3,000 kg modular design satellites 5,500 kg Modular design interchangeable up to 3,000 kg supplies science experiments capable of returning cargo to Earth modular payload system up to 3,000 kg to ISS up to 5,500 kg Up to 1,500 kg Flexible payload options scientific instruments, supplies scientific experiments, supplies, equipment Science experiments, supplies Up to 3,000 kg to ISS up to 3,000 kg to lunar surface scientific instruments, supplies, experiments |
| gptkbp:services |
gptkb:2023
2024 2025 |
| gptkbp:setting |
cargo variant
|
| gptkbp:speed |
28,000 km/h
controlled reentry up to 28,000 km/h shallow reentry |
| gptkbp:squadrons |
commercial spacecraft fleet
Sierra Nevada's space vehicles |
| gptkbp:status |
In development
in development |
| gptkbp:supply_chain |
Robust supply chain management
utilizes local supply chains |
| gptkbp:supports |
gptkb:NASA_Artemis_program
gptkb:Research_Institute ISS resupply missions growing interest in space travel custom ground support systems |
| gptkbp:surface |
flaps
rudder elevons elevons and rudders |
| gptkbp:sustainability |
solar panels
Reusable spacecraft designed for minimal environmental impact designed for multiple flights environmentally friendly materials Reusable design designed for long-term missions green propellant technology |
| gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives |
aligns with sustainability goals
aims for sustainable space operations aligned with NASA's objectives |
| gptkbp:target_market |
NASA, commercial partners
|
| gptkbp:technology |
gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:robot gptkb:launch_facilities propulsion systems data analysis tools monitoring systems simulation tools ground support equipment navigation systems software systems advanced avionics safety systems life support systems testing facilities mission planning software advanced robotics and AI structural materials thermal control systems integration facilities recovery systems robotic arms for payload handling payload integration systems |
| gptkbp:training |
astronaut training programs
dedicated training facilities |
| gptkbp:transportation |
satellites
|
| gptkbp:type |
gptkb:aircraft
gptkb:spacecraft |
| gptkbp:upgrades |
gptkb:battle
planned upgrades for technology Planned enhancements planned for enhanced capabilities |
| gptkbp:uses |
liquid rocket engines
runway landings |
| gptkbp:weight |
approximately 10,000 kg
approximately 3,000 kg approximately 2,500 kg |
| gptkbp:wingspan |
8.5 meters
7.3 m 22.5 meters 7.3 meters 27.4 meters |