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 Cutaway diagram of RVT.

The RVT stands about 3.6 metres high and has a dry weight of 500 kilograms. Lifting power is provided by a liquid oxygen/liquid hydrogen rocket motor, and nitrogen thrusters allow attitude control. It takes off and lands vertically, and is capable of fully automated flight. The lessons learned from the RVT program are an important step toward the design of a true reusable spacecraft.

This model builds into a detailed 1:32 scale replica of the RVT. The completed model is slightly over 4 inches in height. You will need a colour printer capable of handling card or cover stock to print the parts sheets. 67 lb cover stock (approx 8.5 thousandths of an inch or 0.2 mm thick) is recommended.

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RVT test flight

Reusable launch vehicle information - From hobbyspace.com, a collection of links to information about the RVT and other reusable vehicles.