Competition in the market for commercial launches of satellites is reviewed. The objectives of the Ariane 5 program are summarized: 6800kg payload into GTO; 18,000kg Columbus modules into LEO at 550km, and 12,000kg at 800km; Hermes into transfer orbit (21,000kg); and 98 percent reliability. The launch vehicle, launch complex, and schedule and costs are outlined.
Ariane 5 Development Program
1988
7 pages
Report
No indication
English
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