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VECTOR‏ @vectorspacesys 24 мая
Boeing wins DARPA XS-1 Congrats to the team! Note Vector has been developing the XS-1's 2nd stage w/ DARPA funds.. http://spaceflight101.com/boeing-darpa-reveal-phantom-express-space-plane-design/ ...

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Under the Radar‏ @undertheradar56 7 ч. назад

What a day we had covering @vectorspacesys launch!! They were and amazing team to work with and it was great to chronicle their success.

https://twitter.com/i/videos/tweet/869763588218470400

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VECTOR‏ @vectorspacesys 8 мин. назад

Successful test today towards a pyro-free vehicle 2nd stage motor & new spark igniter developed w/@UAHuntsville sponsored by @NASA_Marshall

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John Patrick‏Подлинная учетная запись @JohnPatrickKVOA 12 ч. назад

This is the skeleton of a Vector-R rocket being built by @vectorspacesys right here in Tucson. Should be launched into sub-orbit next month!

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http://www.kvoa.com/story/35614942/vector-space-systems-leading-the-way-in-spacefligh

Vector Space Systems leading the way in spaceflight

Posted: Jun 08, 2017 2:21 AM
Updated: Jun 08, 2017 3:05 AM

 Written By John Patrick





TUCSON – Locally owned Vector Space Systems is working to revolutionize the spaceflight industry.

Tucson based Vector Space Systems test launched its Vector-R rocket last month in the Mohave Desert, proving the engine and flight electronics are a success. Jim Cantrell, CEO of Vector Space Systems, said the company is working to change the way micro-satellites will be launched into orbit.

"We went out by 9 a.m. stood the rocket up by 11 a.m., we had it fueled and it flew. So within two hours we flew a rocket fr om zero," said Cantrell.

Launching a satellite into orbit is a process that used to take months to assemble and cost millions of dollars. With satellite technology getting smaller and smaller there hasn't been a viable option to get them airborne. Vector Space vehicles are that cost effective way to get them into orbit.

"The satellite industry is responding very favorably to this by enduring years and years of launch backlog and not being able to get a launch they're starting to see that we're making progress," said Cantrell.

That progress is not only good for the space industry but for Tucson as well, Vector Space is on its way to hiring 200 employees in the next few years and ready to break ground on a new production facility near the airport this summer.

"We're trying to build upwards of 100 vehicles a year and flying them, so it's a manufacturing and logistical challenge that we're trying to solve," said Cantrell.

On its way to becoming a well-oiled machine, the sky is the lim it for Vector Space.

What this satellite revolution is going to do is bring space capabilities into many more people lives and give them the ability to use it and not have to be a specialist in space stuff," said Cantrell.

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Jim Cantrell‏ @jamesncantrell 11 ч. назад

More Vector-R Block 0 launchers under construction for @vectorspacesys - stay tuned ! #space

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VECTOR‏ @vectorspacesys 9 ч. назад

Vector CEO speaking about small space and our Vector-R and H vehicle family at #PAS17 #ParisAirLab #salonbourget

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VECTOR‏ @vectorspacesys 7 ч. назад

Scale model of the Vector-R here at Paris Airshow #PAS17 #ParisAirLab

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VECTOR‏ @vectorspacesys 8 ч. назад

Our next Vector-R block 0.002 chamber and nozzle assembly prior to carbon fiber winding being produced for first time in Tucson

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афигеть, углепласиковая/стеклопластиковая ракета, на Ангару не размениваются
кто знает, сколько денег люди уже потратили? 

такой себе "электрон" на вытесниловке, без электронасосов

в пропилен чего добавляют? ацетилен/пропин? на фотках были белые баллоны

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http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vector-partners-with-sequoia-and-secures-21m-in-series-a-funding-300482179.html

15:38 ET
Vector Partners with Sequoia and Secures $21M in Series A Funding

Latest round builds on Vector's year of hyper-growth and ground-breaking achievements to expand space access

TUCSON, Ariz., June 29, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Vector, the micro satellite launch company that's decreasing barriers to entry and increasing speed to orbit, today announced $21M Series A funding led by Sequoia Capital, with participation fr om Shasta Ventures and Lightspeed. This round brings Vector's total funding to $31M and follows a landmark first half of 2017 for the company.

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"Securing this round of funding is not only a testament to the industry's confidence in our team and launch vehicle technology, but is also a significant validation of the entire micro satellite launch industry," said Jim Cantrell, CEO and co-founder of Vector. "We are seeing dramatic growth in the demand for space access, and we look forward to continuing to deliver on our mission to expand the commercial space market."

This investment comes on the heels of Vector's successful flight test of the full-scale prototype Vector-R launch vehicle in May, making Vector one of the first to accomplish a successful launch in the new commercial space launch industry. Vector also closed a $4.5M bridge financing round in April.

"Vector is democratizing space access by making possible frequent, reliable and affordable launches of small satellites into orbit," said Bill Coughran, partner at Sequoia. "We've been impressed with Vector's achievements in just 14 months, and are thrilled to partner with such credible veterans of the space industry."

With this most recent round of funding, Vector will accelerate the company's upcoming flight test series and launch orbital customer missions in early 2018.  Vector's next launch is planned for Summer 2017, making it the first launch ever from the historic Spaceport Camden in Georgia, wh ere NASA tested rocket engines in the 1960s. In addition to flight test launch activities, Vector plans to develop its first GalacticSky satellites and break ground on a world-class rocket factory in Pima County, Arizona.

Vector will open a new office later this summer to support GalacticSky in downtown San Jose. Vector's Silicon Valley headquarters will focus on developing the first software defined satellites, including developer tools and a purpose-built satellite application operating system for entrepreneurs. This office will also support GalacticSky's partnership with Citrix to bring virtualization technology to micro satellites.

"Until Vector, there hasn't been an accessible, all-encompassing solution for the private sector to take advantage of the opportunities to innovate in space," said Rob Coneybeer managing director and co-founder of Shasta Ventures. "The market is ripe and primed for micro satellite launchers and Vector is poised to strike on the increasing demand we see in the market – we see Vector as being far ahead of the competition."

"Vector's powerful mission to transform the commercial space industry is what motivated Lightspeed to make our first investment in the emerging space sector," said Alex Taussig, partner at Lighstpeed. "Vector's leading position in the market, as demonstrated by their recent successful launch, makes the entire industry an attractive opportunity for many."

Founded in 2016 by new-space and enterprise software industry veterans from SpaceX, Virgin Galactic, McDonnell Douglas, Citrix and VMware, Vector's mission is aimed at revolutionizing the commercial space industry by increasing accessibility for entrepreneurs and space innovators. Through dedicated low-cost micro satellites launch services and software defined satellites, Vector is significantly decreasing the barriers to entry and increasing speed to orbit.

About Vector:

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Vector is a disruptive space access company that connects space startups and innovators with affordable and reliable launch services, enabling platforms and vehicles at a price never before possible. Comprised of new-space and enterprise software industry veterans from SpaceX, Virgin Galactic, McDonnell Douglas, Citrix and VMware, Vector's mission is to completely reshape and revolutionize the space access industry. For more information, visit http://www.vectorspacesystems.com/.

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About Sequoia Capital:

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From idea to IPO and beyond, the Sequoia team helps a small number of daring founders build legendary companies. We spur them to push the boundaries of what's possible. In partnering with Sequoia, companies benefit from our unmatched network and the lessons we've learned over 45 years working with Steve Jobs, Larry Ellison, John Morgridge, Jerry Yang, Elon Musk, Larry Page, Jan Koum, Brian Chesky, Drew Houston, Adi Tatarko and Jack Dorsey, among many others. In aggregate, Sequoia-backed companies account for more than 20% of NASDAQ's total value. We're proud that their success also fuels great causes. The vast majority of money we invest is on behalf of non-profits and schools like the Ford Foundation, Mayo Clinic and MIT, which means that the returns generated from the incredible achievements of founders can make a massive difference.

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About Shasta Ventures:

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Shasta Ventures is a leading early-stage venture capital firm partnering with bold creative entrepreneurs who are passionate about building great products and amazing experiences. Founded in 2004, Shasta Ventures has funded more than 100 companies specializing in consumer and enterprise technology with a focus on emerging platforms across both sectors. Investments include Apptio, Dollar Shave Club, Mint, Nest and many promising private companies such as Anaplan, Eero, Glint, Leanplum, Nextdoor, Smule, Turo, Zuora and more. The firm is based in Menlo Park and San Francisco, California. Find out more at www.shastaventures.com, or follow us on Twitter at @shasta.

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About Lightspeed:

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Lightspeed Venture Partners is an early stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends in the Enterprise and Consumer sectors. Over the past two decades, the Lightspeed team has backed hundreds of entrepreneurs and helped build more than 300 companies globally, including Snap, The Honest Company, GIPHY, Nest, GrubHub, Affirm, Nutanix, AppDynamics, and MuleSoft. The firm currently manages over $4 billion of committed capital and invests in the U.S. and internationally, with investment professionals and advisors in Silicon Valley, Israel, India and China. http://lsvp.com

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VECTOR‏ @vectorspacesys 13 июл.

Stay tuned...



13 июл.

Success! Video to follow...

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VECTOR‏ @vectorspacesys 14 июл.

Vid of 1st stage engine test funded by @DARPA & @NASA_Marshall 1st use of spark igniter on 5k-lbf engine to improve performance & efficiency

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VECTOR‏ @vectorspacesys 6 ч. назад

T-minus 10 days... @CamdenSpaceport

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Уже Т-minus 9 days ... до чего ?

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Уже Т-minus 9 days ... до чего ?

До тестового пуска Vector-R Block 0.002 с площадки в Spaceport Camden.

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VECTOR‏ @vectorspacesys 6 ч назад

T-minus 8 days.... @CamdenSpaceport

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Jim Cantrell‏ @jamesncantrell 25 июл.

Vector-R Block 0.002 shipped out from @vectorspacesys today for launch in 10 days from @CamdenSpaceport. Stay tuned

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Jim Cantrell‏ @jamesncantrell 15 ч назад

True dedication ... showing up at 0400 today to see @vectorspacesys crew & convoy off to launch @CamdenSpaceport. Launch attempt next week.

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Sasamj‏ @AngryPackOMeese 25 июл.

В ответ @jamesncantrell @vectorspacesys @CamdenSpaceport
 
Differences compared to previous block 0.001?


Jim Cantrell‏ @jamesncantrell 15 ч назад

New flight computers, code upgrades, AFTS, upgraded engines. Same FAA license restricting altitude. Customer payloads. New launch site


cryptowhat?‏ @cryptowat 9 ч назад

Hi Jim, Will this launch be a suborbital flight unlike the previous one in May?


Jim Cantrell‏ @jamesncantrell 9 ч назад

Suborbital