Soyuz-U-PVB | IRDT 1
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Instantaneous launch window.
Launch Window
Feb. 8, 2000, 11:20 p.m. - Feb. 8, 2000, 11:20 p.m.
Instantaneous launch window.
Feb. 8, 2000, 11:20 p.m. - Feb. 8, 2000, 11:20 p.m.
IRDT (Inflatable Re-Entry and Descent Technology) is a new technology to return payloads from orbit without a heavy heatshield and parachute system. A inflatable cone provides protection during reentry and a second inflatable extension of the cone reduces the speed further for a safe landing.
A Russian orbital launch vehicle. A version of the Soyuz-U with safety modifications to prevent and resist fires in all stages and the upper stage avionics compartment.
Progress Rocket Space Centre, formerly known as TsSKB-Progress, is a space science and aerospace research company which is known for manufacturing launch vehicles and satellites. Most notably, Progress Rocket Space Centre is the manufacturer of Soyuz launch vehicles.
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