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When will the following vehicles launch into orbit?

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New Glennresult: 16 Jan 2025 07:03
Ariane 6result: 09 Jul 2024 08:00
Vulcan Centaurresult: 08 Jan 2024 02:30
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Opened:Nov 30, 2022
Closes:Jan 1, 2026
Scheduled resolution:Jan 2, 2026
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What will be the proportion of orbital launches in 2030 for the following launcher categories?

Small-lift
29.1
Medium-lift
42.5
Heavy-lift
19.9
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What propulsion mechanism will launch a payload into space at a cost of < $100/kg first?

Conventional
90.2%
Air-breathing
2.1%
Thermal rockets
1.2%
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When will a reusable single-stage-to-orbit vehicle deliver a payload to orbit?

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