aferguson
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The orbital dropship concept, as seen in many science fiction stories including Aliens, is a very solid and practical idea that may well be utilized some day. Has any effort been put into developing them now or is there no perceived need for them yet?
The design of the dropship seen in Aliens is rather implausible, as its shape is not suited for re-entry but the concept is still interesting. I would envision early orbital drop ships to be shaped somewhat like the Space Shuttle, with no engines except for lift engines for a vertical landing, with troops and cargo being offloaded from the rear. It would be a one way machine, with no ability to take off once landed, similar to a WWII assault glider, and with no ability to offer fire support.
Anyone have knowledge of any such craft under development or at least at a concept stage?
The design of the dropship seen in Aliens is rather implausible, as its shape is not suited for re-entry but the concept is still interesting. I would envision early orbital drop ships to be shaped somewhat like the Space Shuttle, with no engines except for lift engines for a vertical landing, with troops and cargo being offloaded from the rear. It would be a one way machine, with no ability to take off once landed, similar to a WWII assault glider, and with no ability to offer fire support.
Anyone have knowledge of any such craft under development or at least at a concept stage?