The first amateur astronaut in space

The first amateur astronaut in space

Ten years ago he build the world's biggest privately built and operated submarine. Four years later he launched his first rocket into space. Now he will launch himself into space and safely return - becoming the first amateur astronaut in the world. The impossible is possible - if you believe it He is Peter Madsen. An engineer and inventrepreneur renowned for making the impossible possible.

It s about leaving level zero, Earth surface, for the limitless space outside planet Earth. We are driven by our passion for exploration. Peter Madsen

Rocket science isn t only for rocket scientists This project will mark a new high point of DIY technology It s nothing short of a Space Rocket! Built in Denmark by danes, and with a dane on board.

Why are we so confident he will succeed? Take a look at some of the major work of Peter Madsen on the following pages. It is a true testimony of his ability and a display of pure passion.

Timeline: Started from the (sea) bottomsubmarine: Kraka. 2005. From 2000 and onwards Peter Madsen designs, builds and makes more than a thousand dives in three submarines. The first two, UC1 Freya and UC2 Kraka explores the technologies of diesel electric submarines. The newest UC3 Nautilus is at the day of her launch the world s biggest privately built and operated submarine. Submarine: Freya. 2002. Submarine: UC3 Nautilus. 2008.

Timeline: Upwards and Onwards In 2008 Peter Madsen founded Copenhagen Suborbitals with Kristian Von Bengtson. The goal was to design and launch a privately operated one-manned spacecraft. Von Bengtson led the design and construction of the spacecraft, Madsen led the design of the launch system, the launchpad and the HEAT X hybrid rocket booster. Initially, the launch pad was combined with the submarine Nautilus to form the world s only privately owned and operated ballistic missile submarine. In 2010 Copenhagen Suborbitals featured in the media all over the world for their first launch attempt of the HEAT-1X rocket. Unfortunately a malfunction occurred. Nautilus - Sputnik combined space launch system: 2010.

Timeline: Houston we have a lift-off One year later (2011) the launch platform became self-propelled and the HEAT-1X - the world s biggest amateur rocket - was successfully launched with the world s press as witness. Self-propelled launch platform MLP Sputnik: 2011. HEAT-1X successfully launched: 2011.

Timeline: Up up and away In the three following years Copenhagen Suborbitals successfully launched three additional rockets: Smaragd, Sapphire and HEAT-2X. Sapphire actively guided launch vehicle: 2013. Smaragd two stage rocket: 2012. HEAT-2X space launch vehicle: 2014.

Timeline: Now we re here. In 2014 Peter Madsen and Kristian Von Bengtson dissolved their partnership due to disagreements. But that didn t stop Peter Madsen. Shortly afterwards he founded RML Spacelab. A lab where nothing is impossible. And where science and innovation meets practical engineering. Now the construction of a bigger, more versatile semi-submersible launch platform, for the powerful multi-engine HEAT-3X hybrid rocket, is under way. New launch platform (under construction). Finishes in 2017.

Timeline: What s next for our future astronaut? 2017 Test launch of the rocket Alpha 2018 Test launch of the rocket that will bring Peter Madsen into Space. 2019 The completed rocket, with Peter Madsen as a passenger, is launched into Space.

Timeline (graphic)

We want you! At the moment Peter s passion project is being realised through help from approximately 100 dedicated volunteers and interns. But there is every opportunity to accelerate and ensure the quality of the project through partnerships and funding. And this is where you enter the picture! We invite you to take part in Peter s dream.

The question isn t if it will happen, but when. And with your help it could be as soon as 2019.

Why fund this lunacy? It s a truly unique opportunity to be a part of a world sensation on par with Felix Baumgartner and his space jump. And gain the widespread exposure which follows. Great PR Potential: Your brand will be associated with a project (and person) that defies all odds and push the limits of human capability.

And if that isn t enough... Peter also offers to activate a partnership through additional services like: Guided tours of the spacelab Taking you and your colleagues on adventure in his u-boat Inspiring talks at your events Building airballons - team building exercises Brand exposure through badges, the hangar and TV. Guest blogging on your site + dialog in the commentary Exhibiting one of his space rockets, engines or parachutes at your event or in your foyer.