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john_316
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Ok here goes a old one...<br /><br />If we used a clean sheet design and a heavy lift version with simplicity say RS-68 motors or even other versions (not really the subject here) can we build a booster like 2 extended ET types (actually ET sized clean stages) with the capacity to place in GEO and outfit it as needed say for a crew of 50+ that can stay in GEO for lets say over 30 days? <br /><br />I am of course saying both portions be placed in GEO and outfitted as needed. <br /><br />I was wondering how many people can habitat a modified ET tank that is actually a one piece tank with 2-4 docking ports?<br /><br />Some ideas running though my head as far as using simple everything and trying also to reduce weight. the Idea of the ET tank is using Aluminum so that at later dates it can be welded to other stages etc etc.<br /><br />Simplicity here... Nothing too complex or outlandish ideas? Maybe even LOX for fuel. Simple but not always sure its enviromentally safe but if its minimal I say its ok...<br /><br /><img src="/images/icons/smile.gif" /><br /><br />