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The Next-Generation of Single-Stage-to-Orbit Spaceplanes with Radian's Richard Humphrey | E2022

E2022 • Oct 8, 2024 • 56 mins

Radian’s Richard Humphrey joins Alex to discuss the future of space travel, focusing on spaceplanes like the Radian One. The two dive into technological advancements, funding challenges, the potential to reduce orbital launch costs, and more!

Key Points

  • Radian Aerospace is developing a reusable spaceplane that aims to make space travel more efficient and cost-effective by using a horizontal launch system with a rocket sled for initial acceleration and in-flight refueling.
  • The company has raised $32.6 million in seed capital and plans to raise over $1 billion to achieve their goal of launching the Radian 1 spaceplane by 2028, targeting both commercial and government markets.
  • The reusable spaceplane is designed to be used up to 100 times, significantly reducing the cost per launch and opening new possibilities for rapid point-to-point cargo transport, space tourism, and other applications in the growing space economy.
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