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==Features== | ==Features== | ||
* Nozzle extension deploys depending on thrust level (~chamber pressure) and ambient pressure, optimizing [[ISP]]. | * Nozzle extension deploys depending on thrust level (~chamber pressure) and ambient pressure, optimizing [[ISP]]. | ||
| + | * Ladder deploys automatically when landing gear down and Ventral Bay Doors open. | ||
Revision as of 21:30, 27 August 2008
The X-41 Black Dart is a futuristic military spaceplane. It is currently under development.
Features
- Nozzle extension deploys depending on thrust level (~chamber pressure) and ambient pressure, optimizing ISP.
- Ladder deploys automatically when landing gear down and Ventral Bay Doors open.
Specifications (X-41A)
| Empty mass | 12,000 kg |
|---|---|
| Main propellant mass | 10,000 kg |
| RCS/OMS propellant mass | 6,000 kg |
| MTOW | 32,000 kg |
Keyboard layout
| 1 | Enable Low Thrust Mode of the main engine |
|---|---|
| 2 | Enable High Thrust Mode of the main engine |
| 3 | Enable Augmented Thrust Mode of the main engine |
| 6 | Open/close Hatch |
| 9 | Open/close canopy |
| G | Deploy/retract landing gear |
| K | Open/close dorsal bay doors |
| CTRL + K | Open/close ventral bay doors |