Copenhagen Suborbitals
August 22nd, 2010Homebrew submarine: Check
Homebrew rocket: Check
Homebrew sealaunch platform: Check
The countdown is running on the test flight:
The micro spacecraft (MSC) Tycho Brahe-1 is the payload of the HEAT booster. It is a pressurized volume providing support for one upright standing/half-sitting person, with a full view through a polymer plexiglas-dome to experience the entire ballistic ride. Based on the expected flight data and future test-flights, g-force loads and rocket orientation, we will determine the seating construction and necessary support to ensure a safe human travel.
No matter what happens:
Via: Copenhagen Suborbitals:
Our mission is very simple. We are working towards launching a human being into space. This is a non-profit suborbital space endeavor lead by Kristian von Bengtson and Peter Madsen, based entirely on sponsors and volunteers.
Related: Something Awful Thread with Posts by Copenhagen Suborbitals Team Members
