The Constellation program represents NASA's vision for the future of space exploration that will return our astronauts to the Moon, Mars
and beyond. The program combines technology and principals used in the Apollo and Gemini programs and infuses the most technologically advanced capabilities
available today.
The Ares Crew Launch Vehicle (CLV) will replace the Solid Rocket Boosters (SRBs) used for Space Shuttle launches. The Ares I will be used to launch Orion and the mammoth Ares V will provide heavy lift capability up to 286,000 lbs and stands 360 feet tall. The program will bridge the gap in space exploration since the start of the Space Shuttle Program and launch us into the next generation of access and usability of space and other planets. More information can be found on NASA's Ares page.
The Orion Crew Entry
Vehicle (CEV) will carry our astronauts in a similar, but much larger Apollo program like capsule. The capsule will carry six astronauts to low Earth
orbit, to moon orbit and someday even to Mars orbit. More information can be found on NASA's
Orion page.
Cimarron is proud to be engaged in this remarkable endeavor with several of the top names in the aerospace industry.
