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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:monoplane
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gptkbp:academic_programs
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multinational experts
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gptkbp:aerodynamics
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optimized for hypersonic flight
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gptkbp:air_traffic_control
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advanced avionics
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gptkbp:application
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satellite deployment
space tourism, satellite deployment
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gptkbp:budget
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$200 million per unit
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gptkbp:capacity
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up to 12 passengers
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gptkbp:cargo_capacity
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up to 7,500 kg
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gptkbp:challenges
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thermal management
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gptkbp:collaborations
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with universities
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gptkbp:community
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space agencies and private companies
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gptkbp:competitors
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Space X, Virgin Galactic
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gptkbp:control_surfaces
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canards
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gptkbp:control_system
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fly-by-wire
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gptkbp:crew
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2 pilots
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gptkbp:design
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conceptual design
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gptkbp:design_features
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delta wing configuration
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gptkbp:designed_by
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gptkb:Reaction_Engines_Limited
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gptkbp:development_cost
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estimated at $1 billion
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gptkbp:durability
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fully reusable
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gptkbp:elevation
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up to 30 km
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gptkbp:engine_type
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gptkb:SABRE_engine
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gptkbp:engineering_approach
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modular design
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gptkbp:environmental_impact
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low emissions
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gptkbp:facilities
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planned
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gptkbp:first_flight
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planned for future
planned
not yet conducted
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gptkbp:fuel_economy
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high
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gptkbp:fuel_type
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liquid hydrogen
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gptkbp:funding
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secured
private and public investment
secured from government grants
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gptkbp:future_goals
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revolutionize space access
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gptkbp:future_plans
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commercial operations
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gptkbp:growth_rate
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gptkb:significant
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Skylon spaceplane
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gptkbp:innovation
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air-breathing engine technology
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gptkbp:inspiration
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previous spaceplane designs
previous spaceplanes
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gptkbp:invention
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under development
under construction
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gptkbp:investment
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ongoing
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gptkbp:investment_focus
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space tourism
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gptkbp:is_tested_for
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scheduled for next decade
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gptkbp:landing_distance
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horizontal landing
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gptkbp:landing_gear
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retractable
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gptkbp:launch_date
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2025
up to 100 flights per year
multiple launches per week
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gptkbp:launch_platform
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gptkb:jet_engine
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gptkbp:launch_price
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competitive with traditional rockets
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gptkbp:launch_site
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gptkb:harbor
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gptkbp:launch_vehicle
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not required for initial ascent
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gptkbp:launch_window
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air launch
horizontal takeoff
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gptkbp:length
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82 meters
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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gptkb:Reaction_Engines_Limited
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gptkbp:max_speed
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5,000 km/h
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gptkbp:media_coverage
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extensive
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gptkbp:mission
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suborbital to orbital transition
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gptkbp:operational_cost
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estimated low
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gptkbp:operational_use
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commercial spaceflight
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gptkbp:participating_nations
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high
growing
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gptkbp:partnership
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with space agencies
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gptkbp:partnerships
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various aerospace companies
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gptkbp:production_status
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in development
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gptkbp:project
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2020s for first flight
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gptkbp:propulsion
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gptkb:SABRE_engine
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gptkbp:public_awareness
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growing
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gptkbp:public_interest
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high
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gptkbp:purpose
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suborbital and orbital flight
suborbital and orbital flights
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gptkbp:range
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up to 1,000 km
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gptkbp:regulatory_compliance
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pending
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gptkbp:research_and_development
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ongoing
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gptkbp:safety_features
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redundant systems
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gptkbp:specification
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available on request
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gptkbp:sustainability
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focus on eco-friendly operations
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gptkbp:target_market
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commercial space travel
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gptkbp:technology
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advanced aerodynamics
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gptkbp:user_experience
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designed for comfort
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gptkbp:weight
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around 300,000 kg
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gptkbp:wingspan
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60 meters
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Reaction_Engines_Limited
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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6
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