DIRECT is an alternative approach to launching missions planned under NASA's new mandate: The Vision for Space Exploration (VSE). DIRECT would replace the separate Ares-I Crew Launch Vehicle (CLV) and Ares-V Cargo Launch Vehicle (CaLV) with one single "Jupiter" launcher, capable of performing both roles. More
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08   31   10   NASA's Human Exploration Framework Team (HEFT) recommendation: "Accelerate Shuttle-derived, in-line Medium Heavy Lift Implementation."
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08   06   10   The Senate has passed the NASA Authorization Bill requiring immediate development of a shuttle derived heavy lift rocket.
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