OHM GTX Trailblazer version 0.81

[OrbitHangar]

Author: skylark

Fixed scenario files that cause CTD in first release (set system Sol_Earth to Sol in scenarios)

A pre-release version for testing purposes of my GTX Trailblazer addon. The GTX was a theoretical model developed by NASA 5-10 years ago for a single-stage-to-orbit air-breathing launch vehicle, using a combined rocket-ramjet engine.
The vessel has a fully-operational 2D panel. The original NASA technical documents used in development are included in the download.
The current release is for orbiteers to give me feedback on the addon - bugs, optimal trajectories for ISS rendezvous and payload launch capabilities, feedback on the realistic(?) but difficult aerodynamic model, and anything else.
The next release will include a configuration with three SRBs to increase payload-to-orbit capability; custom exhaust textures and particle streams, and custom sounds; improved vessel textures; more scenarios, payload meshes and a docking port.

Report bugs and feedack at http://www.orbitersim.com/Forum/default.aspx?g=posts&t=12845

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[Vast fury]

Awesome add on! Just a bit confused why nasa cancelled this method of launching to LEO. it would be more efficient than the typical rockets they use today

 

[Hlynkacg]

Awesome add on! Just a bit confused why nasa cancelled this method of launching to LEO. it would be more efficient than the typical rockets they use today

Trouble getting the hybrid Rocket/Scram-Jets to work reliably. They ended up producing less thrust than initially calculated and had a nasty tendency to melt and/or explode.

There are still companies doing R&D on concept though. Reaction Engines' SABRE being the furthest along.