ATLAS
Car trailer turned mobile test stand and launch pad, ATLAS supports integrated stage tests and launch operations for BURPG’s flagship vehicles.
Car trailer turned mobile test stand and launch pad, ATLAS supports integrated stage tests and launch operations for BURPG’s flagship vehicles.
ATLAS (Advanced Trailer Launch And Support) served as an integrated transportation, test, launch, and ground support system for the Starscraper launch vehicle. Originally a car trailer, ATLAS has since been outfitted with entirely new tires, axles, brakes, as well as all the structural elements necessary for rocket operations.
The main feature of the trailer is the 24 ft (7.32m) long carbon steel I-beam onto which the vehicle is loaded. Using a 3.5in (8.89cm) diameter hydraulic piston, the beam can be raised from the stowed traveling position to an upright, 90 degree launch/test position.
Designed as part of the Starscraper program, ATLAS is able to support all of BURPG’s major vehicles.
24 ft | 4000 lbs |
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ATLAS features a 24ft long carbon steel I-beam onto which Starscraper is loaded. | Each of the 4 jacks lift the entire trailer to allow for stable operationand are rated at 4000 lbs to ensure a maximum degree of safety. |
4 tank stands | 90° |
The trailer carries 4 tank stands which are capable of holding up to 10 tanks of nitrous and 12 tanks of nitrogen. | Using a 3.5in diameter hydraulic piston, the beam can be raised from the stowed traveling position to an upright, 90 degree launch/test position. |