OCV-Orbital Combat Vehicle

As warfare develops and expands into orbit it will becomes necessary for a robust multi roll platform to confront new threats, and defend new assets and resources.  An OCV (orbital combat vehicle) will be required.  The vehicle should be permanently stationed in orbit and have the ability to be manned or autonomous.  The vehicle will need to be modular to allow for economic development, operation and expansion. 

The first section will be an OOM (orbital operations module).  It will allow for maneuvering and re-supply as well as main electrical generating capabilities.  It will be equipped with four 3D thrusters (3 dimensional thrust factoring engines), fuel and oxidizer tanks, a solar electrical system as well and a temperature management system.  The 3D thrusters provide an efficient solution for maneuvering and generating main thrust.  Each engines ability to vector 3 dimensionally enables all maneuvering to be done with a single engine if necessary.  A pressurized cargo bay containing a docking hatch at each end allows for sufficient supplies to be stored for long endurance missions.  The forward docking hatch allows for easy crew access, while the rear-docking hatch allows for easy replacement of crew and supplies.

 The second section is the CSM (crew support modular), which acts as the crews’ lifeline and is removed for automated OVC configuration.  The CSM carries all life support function, while providing habitable space for the crew.  It is equipped with a solar electrical array, a temperature control system, life support system and two small 3D thrusters with enough fuel to detach the CSM and maneuver it for re-entry in event of emergency.

 The third section is the OCM (orbital combat module), which allows for all military functions of the vehicle.  It contains all higher computer functions as well as LIDAR, and electro-optical sensors.  The primary weapon system is an offensive-defensive system that carries a couple dozen missiles.  Each missile has the capability to intercept enemy vehicles or incoming missiles.  The OCM’s secondary weapon system is two 40-mm. point defense cannons.  Each cannon s attached to a turret and has the ability to rotate around the entire OCM.  Each turret s equipped with a 3D thruster for recoil control.  The OCM is also equipped with more powerful communication equipment and a forward docking hatch. 

 

All OCV modules include several common features that allow for economic development.  Cost reducing features such as common thrusters and common hull design, allow for cheap mass production and easy assembly upgrade.  Modular design reduces operation costs by allowing the capability of one module to be shared with all, including: computer power, electricity, fuel temperature management and life support.  Docking hatch is located on both ends of all modules allow for easy system reconfiguration and operation.