Premium Framed Print : Integration of Buran and Energia
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Integration of Buran and Energia
The Russian Space Shuttle Buran, being integrated with its Energia launcher. Buran made its only orbital flight on 15 November 1988, an unmanned test mission. A total of five shuttles were built, known generically as the VKK (Vozdushno Kosmicheskiy Korabl = Air-Space Ship). Buran was only qualified for a single flight, the second and third being qualified for up to 25 flights. The fourth vehicle will be used for training, whilst the fifth is reportedly available for sale. The VKK differs from the US Shuttle in having no main engines of its own; launch thrust is provided by the Energia rocket, currently the worlds most powerful
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Buran Energia Flight Integration Launcher Manned Spaceflight Program Programme Russian Shuttle Soviet
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.8cm (9.6" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the historic moment of integration between the Russian Space Shuttle Buran and its powerful Energia launcher. The image showcases the remarkable engineering feat achieved by the Soviet Union in their ambitious space program. Buran, also known as VKK (Vozdushno Kosmicheskiy Korabl), embarked on its maiden and only orbital flight on 15 November 1988, marking a significant milestone in manned spaceflight history. Five shuttles were constructed under this program, each with unique capabilities. While Buran was qualified for just one flight, the second and third shuttles were designed to undertake up to 25 missions. What sets VKK apart from its American counterpart is that it lacks main engines of its own. Instead, it relies on the immense thrust provided by the Energia rocket – currently recognized as the most potent rocket worldwide. This integration process symbolizes a harmonious collaboration between two extraordinary pieces of technology. The fourth vehicle within this program serves as a training tool for future cosmonauts, while reports suggest that the fifth shuttle is available for sale – an intriguing prospect for any space enthusiast or collector. This awe-inspiring photograph not only showcases technological prowess but also represents a pivotal moment in human exploration beyond Earth's boundaries. It stands as a testament to mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge and our unyielding desire to push boundaries further into outer space.
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