Class 244/171.3 - Launch from surface to orbit

Subclass of Class 244 - Aeronautics and astronautics
Definition: Subject matter in which the propulsion means is constructed
No. of patents: 23
Last issue date: 01/31/2012

Number	Title	Issue Date
8104719	Digital interface unit (DIU) and method for controlling stages of a multi-stage missle A multi-stage missile with plural stages adapted to be physically coupled to and decoupled from adjacent stages and a processor disposed on a single stage for controlling each stage thereof. In the illustrative embodiment, the processor includes a field programmable...	01/31/2012
8002219	Multi-functional annular fairing for coupling launch abort motor to space vehicle An annular fairing having aerodynamic, thermal, structural and acoustic attributes couples a launch abort motor to a space vehicle having a payload of concern mounted on top of a rocket propulsion system. A first end of the annular fairing is fixedly attached to the...	08/23/2011
7753315	Payload delivery vehicle and method An un-manned multi-stage payload delivery vehicle and methods of deployment therefore are disclosed. According to various embodiments, the payload delivery vehicle includes first stage and a second stage. At least one of the first and second stages comprises a jet e...	07/13/2010
7530532	Counterweight based rocket launch platform A counterweight based rocket launch platform system and method uses gravity acting upon a counterweight to provide the initial assent for a rocket. This counterweight system is preferably built inside of a mountain so as to use the mountain as the supporting structu...	05/12/2009
7523892	Centripetal reflex method of space launch A method of launching space vehicles by towing them aloft, then twirling them around a large transport aircraft (40) at the center of a formation (AA) of other tow aircraft (28, 34) and other devices of the invention. A lengthy, semi-rigid tow pipeline...	04/28/2009
7357352	Air vehicle assembly and an associated control system and method An air vehicle assembly and a corresponding method for launching an air vehicle assembly are provided, along with corresponding control systems and methods. The air vehicle assembly may include a plurality of air vehicles releasably joined to one another during a po...	04/15/2008
7341224	Miniature expendable surveillance balloon system A miniature surveillance balloon system is described that can be used in military and public safety situations for real-time observations. They are as small as feasibly possible, low-cost and expendable, and typically are deployed in clusters. Balloons may act indiv...	03/11/2008
7258306	Thermal deformation determination for payload pointing using space-based beacon A system and associated method for compensating for thermal deformation of a spaced-based structure having a spacecraft payload. The system including a beacon source coupled to a first spacecraft for transmitting a first signal and a beacon sensor coupled to a secon...	08/21/2007
7252270	System and method for launching a missile from a flying aircraft System for launching a missile from a launch region within the atmosphere of a planet, the missile being located within a flying vehicle before launching the missile, the system including a missile support coupled with the missile, and a foldable control-surface mec...	08/07/2007
7240878	High wing monoplane aerospace plane based fighter The Hypersonic Orbital Fighter and the methods of flying it are disclosed. The Hypersonic Orbital Fighter is characterized by a winged, modified lifting body shape with the forward ventral section comprising an X-30 type compressive air inlet, throttleable supersoni...	07/10/2007
7219859	Multipurpose modular spacecraft A reentry vehicle includes a nose section, a modular section comprised of two or more connected modules, a flared section. The nose section is connected to a first end of the modular section, and the flared section is positioned proximate a second end of the modular...	05/22/2007
7207517	Munition with integrity gated go/no-go decision A munition is presented which includes an integrity verification system that measures the integrity of the munition. When an integrity threshold is not met, engagement of the munition with a predetermined target is aborted. Also presented is a methodology for gating...	04/24/2007
7198233	Reusable orbital vehicle with interchangeable cargo modules A reusable module is affixed atop a reusable orbital vehicle (OV). Various configurations of the reusable module have identical external dimensions in the region of attachment to the OV to permit interchangeability. Different configurations can accommodate a variety...	04/03/2007
7195206	Apparatus and method for servicing and inspecting small free-flying platforms in orbit in space A small, substantially spherical, free-flying utility platform for use in space can be docked, inspected and serviced in an apparatus including a container with a chamber therein mounted on the outside of a space vehicle or space station. A motorized closing mechani...	03/27/2007
7134630	Thermal deformation determination for payload pointing using space-based beacon A system and associated method for compensating for thermal deformation of a spaced-based structure having a spacecraft payload. The system including a beacon source coupled to a first spacecraft for transmitting a first signal and a beacon sensor coupled to a secon...	11/14/2006
7114683	Device and method for a spacecraft The invention presented here relates to a device in a spacecraft comprising a carrier rocket, a satellite and a detachable adapter (4) for connecting a satellite to the carrier rocket, where the adapter (4) comprises a wall structure (14, 15) fo...	10/03/2006
7080809	Space transportation system The invention, presents a new concept of spacecraft vehicle design and method of utilization in space flight operations. The system examines the major elements of launch, to orbit flight and return format. The system relies heavily on current space flight technology...	07/25/2006
7036773	Compact external launcher for small space payloads The present invention allows a payload to be launched from the exterior of a conventional launch vehicle with little integration expense. In one example, the invention includes an aerodynamic fairing having an internal cavity to contain a payload, a mounting adapter...	05/02/2006
6648275	Asonic aerospike engine A linear aerospike rocket engine has a tapered body, a slanted or curved reaction plane, a leading end, and a trailing end. A first fuel injector is located at the leading end and directs a first fuel towards the reaction plane. A second fuel injector is ...	11/18/2003
4796839	Space launch vehicle A rocket launch vehicle comprising a rocket body having a forward section and an aft section, a first rocket engine fixedly mounted to the aft section of the rocket body and axially aligned with the rocket body, a second rocket engine detachably mounted t...	01/10/1989
4795113	Electromagnetic transportation system for manned space travel An electromagnetically propelled space transportation system is provided for transporting passengers and/or freight between the Earth's surface and orbiting spaceports via reusable spaceplanes. Each spaceplane is equipped with a plurality of superconducti...	01/03/1989
4724738	Space entry actuator launch system A launching system is provided having a launch cylinder with an open bottom and propulsion means in the form of a rocket motor attached within the cylinder adjacent the top thereof. The cylinder is formed of a lightweight material which floats with a subs...	02/16/1988
4452412	Space shuttle with rail system and aft thrust structure securing solid rocket boosters to external tank A space shuttle system (11) having an orbiter spacecraft (16) with main rocket engines (43) a large external propellant tank (12), and two solid rocket boosters (13,14). The propellant tank (12) has a forward pressure vessel (19) for liquid hydrogen and a...	06/05/1984

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Class 244/171.3 - Launch from surface to orbit