Aerospace system «Pegasus». Review based on foreign press materials for 1988—1996. ІІ. Characteristics and construction features

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Space-Rocket Complexes
1Gusynin, VP
1State Space Agency of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine
Kosm. nauka tehnol. 1998, 4 ;(2):119–125
https://doi.org/10.15407/knit1998.02.119
Publication Language: Russian
Abstract: 
Basic characteristics and construction features of unique aerospace system «Pegasus» the only one in operation at the moment are considered. The data are given about the arranging diagram, control system, technology, materials used, performance characteristics, as well as the standard flight program and some features of the ground service of the aerospace system.
Keywords: aerospace system «Pegasus», construction features, space-rocket vehicles
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