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Kristian von Bengtson
Science
Sep 16, 2012 2:22 PM

Introducing Hypergolic Test Engine SPECTRA

Another nice video by Claus Mejling of Copenhagen Suborbitals starring Peter Madsen and his hypergolic test engine Spectra.

Please go to our website for free download of the Spectra test engine rapport.

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Kristian von Bengtson

Kristian von Bengtson is a space-architect, former contractor for NASA and co-founder of Copenhagen Suborbitals. He is only satisfied if a challenge is close to impossible. ... Read More
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