ENCAP - ENCAP personal orbital escape system of the 1960's 20,163 bytes. 256 x 312 pixels.

The ENCAP encapsulated bailout-from-orbit concept consisted of of a folded heat shield. The astronaut would exit his stranded spacecraft and strap into the seat. Then a gas-powered deployment system would unfold and rigidize the rib structure of the heat shield. The ENCAP was equipped with a parachute for recovery after re-entry. Mass per crew: 266 kg.

Craft.Crew Size: 1. Total Length: 1.4 m. Maximum Diameter: 2.4 m. Total Mass: 266 kg. Main Engine Propellants: Solid.

• 419 - Kane, Francis X, IAA, "A Thirty Year Perspective on Manned Space Safety and Rescue: Where We've Been; Where We Are; Where We Are Going", IAA 84-270, 1984.