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Private space station by SpaceX and Bigelow

Washington, USA - The launch of the Dragon capsule is scheduled on May 19, 2012

SpaceX and Bigelow, aerospace industries, have started a cooperation which aims to enlarge Bigelow's orbiting private module market, by using the SpaceX Falcon9 launcher and the Dragon capsule. Bigelow, a manufacturer of expandable, space-ready modules that can be used individually or strung together, is also cooperating with other brands. While two modules have been launched for testing, none have...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1140515
Rome, Italy, 05/11/2012 12:49
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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