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Completed TRL 2 (started at 2, targeting 2)
The overall technical objective of the present study is to perform an engineering assessment of an F-4 aircraft with WIPCC to launch at supersonic speed a rocket-powered launch vehicle carrying a small payload
Research to explore aircraft assisted launch capabilities
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