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Artwork of Hermes space shuttle orbiting Europe
Hermes space shuttle. Artists impression of Europes Hermes space shuttle in orbit over Europe. Hermes was cancelled in 1995. It was proposed in the 1980s and funded by the European Space Agency (ESA), with most of the money coming from the French National Centre for Space Studies (CNES). Hermes was designed to be launched on an expendable Ariane 5 rocket. After completing its mission, the shuttle would return to Earth to be used again. Due to budget difficulties, funding for the project was withdrawn in 1995. Illustration of the Hermes design in 1987
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This print showcases an exquisite artwork of the Hermes space shuttle gracefully orbiting over Europe. The artist's impression beautifully captures the grandeur and ambition of this European spacecraft, which unfortunately never came to fruition. Proposed in the 1980s and funded primarily by the French National Centre for Space Studies (CNES) with support from the European Space Agency (ESA), Hermes was intended to be launched on an expendable Ariane 5 rocket. The design, depicted in this illustration dating back to 1987, envisioned a reusable shuttle that would revolutionize manned spaceflight. After completing its mission, Hermes would return safely to Earth for future use—a groundbreaking concept that aimed at reducing costs and increasing efficiency in space exploration. Tragically, due to budgetary constraints and financial difficulties, funding for the ambitious project was withdrawn in 1995. Nonetheless, this artwork serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of scientific progress. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing depiction of Hermes soaring above our planet's surface, let us reflect on both the remarkable achievements made in space exploration and the challenges faced along the way. This image encapsulates not only a visionary spacecraft but also represents humanity's unwavering determination to explore new frontiers beyond Earth's boundaries.
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