CNCZ-1.7 A New Design Idea of Manned Spaceship

The structure of the spacecraft is the return module-orbit module-propulsion module. The main body of the return module is spherical, and the orbital module is composed of the connecting section of the return module and the propulsion module, and the propulsion module contains a non-pressurized cargo compartment.

Half of the orbital module is rigidly connected to the propulsion module, and the other half is also used as the speed brake of the return module. There is a docking port on the side of the orbital module. The volume of the orbital module is relatively large, and a large amount of structural weight is saved.

The return capsule is upside down directly above the entire spacecraft, and the heat-insulated outsole is connected with the speed brake. The fairing can be omitted when launching. The return capsule is a statically stable aerodynamic structure, and when the return capsule re-enters the atmosphere in a ballistic manner, it is subjected to a smaller acceleration than other configurations.

AG1: Return cabin door
AG2: Emergency Termination of Launch
AG3: Propulsion pod engine
AG4: return module parachute
AG5: Transforming the Astronaut's Seat for Reentry
AG7: Cargo door for propulsion module
AG8: Landing legs of the reentry module
AG9: Solar panels