These people run one website, but are using two Internet domains. One is called "micro-space.com", and the other is called "entrespace.com". The latter seems to be for a non-profit institution, of an educational nature. Both sites are sparsely populated, and the "News" section is "under construction". That doesn't look good, does it? The leader of this team is Richard Speck, and the team is based in Denver, Colorado, in the USA.

What of the X-Prize entry? Well, the above-copied image reveals a sled-like craft with no aerodynamic lift or control surfaces. The philosophy is one of multiple redundancy. There will be numerous rocket engines attached to this sled, and, for good measure, there will be a large crucifix painted on it (top and side, see?). It is as well to put one's trust in God when going into space aboard such a craft. The team briefing from the X-Prize site is somewhat more revealing. The propellant is given as methyl alcohol and hydrogen peroxide - a relatively unusual combination.  There is also mention of a "ballute" for deceleration on the downward path. Also on their site site are pictures of engine hardware. It looks as if small rockets have been flown by the group. They seem to have a long way to go yet, but we wish them the best of luck. click the picture below to go to the Micro-Space site. As of 27th Jan 2004, the "News" part of their site said "under construction", though there was a picture of a group of people holding rockets, which suggests they have been firing small rockets, at least. Now there something in their "News" section but the latest entry is for August 2005.

Click the logo below to go to the Micro-Space site.