Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 28, 1995

The Delta Clipper

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 28, 1995 is “The Delta Clipper,” an image. It is credited to Credit: NASA, RLV Technology Program.. The original explanation runs about 102 words.

From the explanation

“The Delta Clipper experimental rocket or DC-X is intended as a development vehicle to pave the way for a reusable single stage to orbit rocket.”

— APOD editors, October 28, 1995

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 28, 1995
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: NASA, RLV Technology Program.
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 102 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 28, 1995 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-1995-october-28-the-delta-clipper

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