Kristian vonBengtson - Slashdot User

Submission + - Launching space program Moonspike October 1 2015 (moonspike.com)

Submitted by Kristian vonBengtson on Saturday August 29, 2015 @08:42AM

Kristian vonBengtson writes: Im the co-founder of Copenhagen Suborbitals, a DIY manned space program, which I left in 2014. This year, we (a great crew) have been preparing for the next adventure with a mission plan going public Oct 1. Go sign up and join the project www.moonspike.com -
Ad Astra
Kristian von Bengtson

Submission + - Visual Guide – the Making of a DIY Space Capsule (wired.com)

Submitted by Kristian vonBengtson on Friday December 06, 2013 @06:23AM

Kristian vonBengtson writes: Wanna build your own space capsule capable of doing an atmospheric re-entry on a suborbital mission? Well, here is some production hints and a visual guide. Enjoy...

Submission + - Legal Advice or Loopholes Needed for Manned Space Program (wired.com)

Submitted by Kristian vonBengtson on Monday October 21, 2013 @04:19PM

Kristian vonBengtson writes: A DIY manned space program like Copenhagen Suborbitals is kept alive by keeping total independence, cutting the red tape and simply just doing it all in a garage. We basically try to stay below the radar at all time and are reluctant in engagements leading to signing papers or do things (too much) by the books.

But now there might be trouble ahead..
Saul goodman! We need you...

Submission + - Bypassing US GPS Limits for Active Guided Rockets (wired.com)

Submitted by Kristian vonBengtson on Monday September 30, 2013 @04:41PM

Kristian vonBengtson writes: How amateur rocket organization Copenhagen Suborbitals has obtained GPS receivers without US military limits....

Submission + - Join the efforts of a manned mission to Jovian moon Europa (youtube.com)

Submitted by Kristian vonBengtson on Wednesday September 18, 2013 @03:12AM

Kristian vonBengtson writes: Objective Europa aims to send human beings to Jupiter’s icy moon, Europa, on a one way mission in search of extraterrestrial life while expanding the borders of exploration and knowledge for all mankind.

The starting point of Objective Europa is purely theoretical (Phase I) but will move into more advanced phases including prototyping, technology try-outs, and eventually a crewed launch.

Objective Europa is a crowd-researched project made up of an international team of volunteers. Many people from a wide range of backgrounds have already joined and become a vital part of the mission. We encourage you to join us and help in any area you are interested in. You do not have to be a rocket scientist or astrobiologist; site maintenance, social media control, conference arrangement, lobbying (and much more) are equally important tasks.

The destination for this crewed mission is Jupiter’s sixth closest moon, Europa. Its deep ocean and active geology provide a solid platform for extraterrestrial life, making Europa one of the most enticing locations to explore in the solar system. The 600 day flight required to reach Europa is manageable with today’s technology, and the many challenges of such a mission pose a perfect starting point for new research and innovative thinking.

If you find ice and water more appealing than Martian deserts, we invite you to join our project and help us take the first steps towards exploring Europa.
http://www.objective-europa.com/

Submission + - DIY Space Suit Testing (wired.com)

Submitted by Kristian vonBengtson on Thursday August 22, 2013 @04:44PM

Kristian vonBengtson writes: Copenhagen Suborbitals is kicking ass with their DIY manned space program. This week the space suit branch of Copenhagen Suborbitals from the US is visiting and testing suits in capsules is being performed...

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