Vulcain 2.1E

GPTKB entity

Statements (55)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf rocket engine
gptkbp:annualRidership over 50
gptkbp:barrelLength 90 bar
gptkbp:construction_cost significant investment
gptkbp:coolingSystem regenerative cooling
efficient cooling system
gptkbp:design_feature advanced materials
gptkbp:developer Ariane_5_program
gptkbp:documentType expanding nozzle
gptkbp:engine modular design
large size
various space missions
new technologies implemented
conducted before flights
focus on efficiency and reliability
influential in rocket design
retired after successful service
gptkbp:engineConfiguration single engine
mass production techniques used
gptkbp:engineType liquid bipropellant engine
gptkbp:environmental_impact low emissions
gptkbp:firstFlight 1996
gptkbp:fuel_capacity high efficiency
gptkbp:fuelType staged combustion
liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen
pyrotechnic
gptkbp:hasArea gptkb:Guiana_Space_Centre
extensive ground testing
gptkbp:hasDepartment about 600 seconds
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Vulcain 2.1E
gptkbp:inspiration high reliability
gptkbp:is_designed_to gptkb:Ariane_5
gptkbp:launchDate successful launches
regular launches
gptkbp:launchSite Centre Spatial Guyanais
gptkbp:launchVehicle gptkb:Ariane_5_ECA
gptkbp:manufacturer ArianeGroup
gptkbp:number_of_stages single stage
gptkbp:operational_status retired
commercial satellite launches
launching satellites
gptkbp:performances high reliability rating
detailed technical specifications
measured during flights
optimized for payload delivery
gptkbp:productionYears 1996 to 2019
gptkbp:propulsion yes
450 seconds
1300 kN
1300 kN at sea level
over 400:1
gptkbp:related_engine gptkb:European_Space_Agency
staged combustion cycle
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Vulcain_2.0
gptkbp:weight approximately 3,000 kg