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Concord Custom Canvas offers flybridge enclosures for power cruiser owners.  These  structures are built under a canvas bimini or under a hard top.

The boat in these images was a 55 foot Californian that has a hard top.  The windows are made from Strataglass and stamoid.  The middle windshield window is a rigid polycarbonate window.

Zipper Detachment

Each side panel and the bimini detach from each other by way of zippers.  The foot of all panels are held in place with zippers.

Roll-up windows and panels

Enclosure windows are fabricated to include smile zippers that can roll-up to open the boat up.  Alternatively, smile zippers can be left off and the entire window can be unzipped along the foot and sides and rolled up.  This approach cuts down on the number of zippers and improves visibility from the bridge.

Flip up rigid window

The owner of the featured boat wanted a rigid polycarbonate window in the middle of the windshield of their boat.  It unzips along the foot and sides so that it can be flipped up.  Hardware is mounted along the underside of the top to hold the window up.  For more information on rigid windows, click here .

The owner of the featured boat also wanted a windshield wiper on the rigid window, so Concord Custom Canvas installed a hand operated windshield wiper in the window.

Keeping out water

Keeping out the water is an important objective for any boat cover.  Flybridge enclosures are no exception. Therefore, Concord Custom Canvas designs and constructs its enclosures with a mind toward keeping out the water.

Aft Enclosure

A common feature of some power cruisers is an enclosed aft cockpit.  Many owners have the canvas on the aft enclosure replaced at the same time the other canvas is changed.

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Bimini Conversion - Flybridge Enclosure - Bimini Enclosure

Transform your Bimini into a versatile, all-weather enclosure without compromising sailing or motoring performance. Our Bimini Conversion and Enclosure solutions utilize zip-attached roll-up panels to fully enclose the Cockpit or Flybridge, providing comprehensive protection and expanded living space.

Designed for seamless functionality and style, these upgrades ensure your vessel is equipped for any conditions.

Download our free brochure to explore the benefits of a Bimini Conversion – Bimini Enclosure for your vessel.

Flybridge Enclosures

Enhancing the comfort and enjoyment of your boating experience with our flexible Flybridge and Bimini Enclosures, designed for effortless space customization.

Our innovative enclosures feature easily adjustable panels that roll up or zip away, attaching seamlessly to our separately available Biminis for a complete flybridge enclosure.

This design offers the perfect blend of protection and open-air enjoyment. Ideal for enhancing both the functionality and aesthetic appeal of your vessel.

Bimini Conversions

Since introducing the option to customize Bimini Enclosures with our advanced 3D CAD system , Tecsew has seen a surge in interest in this bespoke, cutting-edge solution.

Our design service allows for the creation of Bimini, Sprayhood and Enclosure combinations which are aesthetically pleasing, offering features like interchangeable mesh window panels for ventilation in humid conditions, among other customizable options.

We can also design our Bimini Enclosures to utilise your existing Sprayhood and Bimini if they are suitable and in good condition.

This flexibility and innovation have made our Bimini Conversions and Flybridge Enclosures increasingly popular among boat owners seeking tailored solutions. Explore past projects below and find inspiration for your own project.

Since we introduced the ability to convert either an existing Bimini Enclosure or to design the whole package with a top-quality Bimini and perhaps a new  Sprayhood , we have been inundated with enquiries for this unique, innovative product. It is fast becoming the preferred choice for boat owners.

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As the UK’s premier Bimini Conversion specialists, acclaimed for our expertise in Boat Canvas and consistently excellent customer reviews, we ensure your vessel remains pristine year-round.

Our commitment to quality, design and custom-fit for Bimini Conversions and Flybridge Enclosures is unmatched. For bespoke Boat Covers and expert advice tailored to your needs, we invite you to contact us .

Call us for enquiries on 02392 556548, visit our  contact page ,  or use the enquiry form at the bottom of the page. Our friendly staff will gladly assist you.

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"Better than a New Boat" is what some of our customers say after they have updated looks and function with a composite fiberglass and aluminum Custom Hardtop from Atlantic Towers. If your existing canvas top is looking a little tatty, before you commit for an expensive new bimini check out our full range of Custom Hardtops for boats in the 20 foot to 60 foot + size range.

Atlantic's family of custom ATL self trimming aluminum extrusions allows for Custom Hardtops of fiberglass and aluminum to be constructed with out the expense of a mold or time consuming edge finishing. ( click here for full technical information ) Typically 1/3 weight and 1/2 the cost of solid glass aftermarket hardtops, here are some of the reasons to consider an Atlantic Towers Custom Hardtops:

• LIGHT WEIGHT: A typical 70-80 square foot top weighs less than 150 pounds including supports and mounting hardware.
• STRONG: One piece all welded construction, means no bolted connection between heavy fiberglass lid and legs.
• FULLY ENGINEERED structure means no on-site welding and fitting. Atlantic Towers hardtops arrive ready to install.
• ENCLOSURE fits easily in optional track system, with hardtop overhang to protect from rain and spray (enclosure by others).
• LONGER LIFE from your enclosure. Fitting enclosures to a stable hardtop instead of a bimini reduces stress on zippers and fittings.
• REINFORCED to accept mounting of antennas, radar, search lights, and other equipment
• CONCEALED WIRING: Exclusive ATL self trimming mounts and hollow frame allow concealment of cables and equipment mounting bolts.
• CUSTOM DESIGN using our library of 1000s of production boat specs, allows customers to choose from a number of design possibilities or develop one of their own with the assistance of our design engineers.

Custom Fishing Hardtop

If you have been looking for a solid, watertight enclosure that looks great and is priced right, you've found it. Owners of smaller walk-around style boats have found Atlantic's popular Custom Fishing HardTop to be the ideal solution. A full 4 Rod Rocket Launcher is standard, along with mounts for Halogen Spreader Cockpit Floodlights, a variety of antennas and Radar.

Each Tower is also as stylish as it is durable. To ensure design continuity, each Custom Fishing HardTop is custom fabricated to match the existing lines of your boat's windshield.

Atlantic's Hardtops are shipped complete with all the components and guidelines needed for easy "bolt-on" installation. No welding is required' eliminating the possibility of damaging your boat's finish. The best part is, there is no need to leave your boat at some strange facility for days or even weeks, while your pipe work is being completed.

Standard Features One piece all-welded top frame of Atlantic's proprietary ATL6 aluminum extrusion and supporting legs of schedule 40 aluminum measuring nearly 2" O.D. finished in 320 spiral texture and bright dip anodized. High quality hand laid fiberglass top . 360 degree overhanging edge for weather protection, with provision for canvas track installation . Two side mount antenna plates and two halogen light mounts aft . Overhead hand rail running port to starboard just aft of helm seat -Rectangular carlins (roof beams) for added strength and to allow installation of reel hangers, rod racks and other equipment . Custom aluminum fittings for attachment of supporting legs to boat . Stainless steel hardware . Aluminum backup plates.

Atlantic's Custom Fishing Hardtop is specifically designed for retrofitting to walk around and express style boats. With it's unique cantilevered design, the Custom Fishing Hardtop requires no forward supports in it's normal configuration. Nothing to obstruct your field of view from the helm, nothing to interfere with front or side opening windshields, only clean lines and nothing to interfere with an enclosure. Strong enough to support hundreds of pounds of gear, and shrug off the beating a boat takes running offshore, yet very light weight overall. In fact a Custom Fishing Hardtop weighs less than 100 pounds for most applications.

Each Custom Fishing Hardtop is made from high strength corrosion resistant aluminum alloys. The aluminum is spiral finished with a fine 320 abrasive, before it is given a chemical cleaning process called "bright dip" which gives it the appearance of brushed chrome, or brushed stainless. After bright dip, it is clear anodized, which is the build up of a hard clear oxide finish for maximin salt water protection. The perimeter hardtop frame is shaped using our proprietary ATL-6 aluminum extrusion. This extrusion provides a self-trimming recess for the hand laid fiberglass top surface, allowing it to be securely fitted to the all welded structural frame with no exposed fasteners.

Using our proprietary database, each Atlantic Towers Custom Fishing Hardtop is custom designed and fabricated to order for your individual boat. The leading edge of the Custom Fishing Hardtop is shaped to conform to the shape of the windshield on your boat, for a factory installed look, and easy fit of a wrinkle free enclosure. The arch style legs are stylish, strong, and make for easy installation. The pipe used to fabricate the legs is 1 1/2" schedule 40 marine grade aluminum pipe, which measures 1.90" on the outside with a very heavy wall thickness.

Base Price: $4999* * Full width or expanded area top (most walk-around style boats with recessed side decks are at standard pricing, tops for traditional express style boats, larger runabouts, and extra wide walk-arounds require a top of more than 30 square feet at additional cost) $600.00 Traditional Leg Option Add $800

Custom Hardtop

All Atlantic Towers Custom Hardtops are completely engineered products. They are ready for installation without any field welding or additional fabrication when they leave our plant. As a result, they can be packed and shipped anywhere in the world.

Or for considerable freight savings, Supporting legs and structure may be designed to demount using one of several Atlantic Towers custom hardware fittings. Larger tops may then be shipped "flat" as in the photos below.

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Stephan offers superior quality boat canvas, boat covers, sail covers, biminis, canopies, tonneau covers and industrial covers for high-tech manufacturers and military applications.

Specializing in flybridge enclosures in soft glass, polycarbonate and now EZ2CY®. Using the highest quality materials on the market, Strataglass, O’Sullivan films, Stamoid, Sunbrella, Marlen Textiles, Weather Max and Tenara threads.

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Zud Senior Member

Well it's time to repair/replace my canvas on the Flybridge enclosure. Being a newbie, what are my best choices?

Capt J Senior Member

We need more info. Are you talking about bimini top canvas? The see through strataglass? or?

ranger58sb Senior member

Two common fabrics are Sunbrella and Stamoid. Common "sheet glass" roll-up-able clears are Stratoglass and Ultralite/Regalite, and the clearer rigid EZ2CY and Makrolon. There are others. These all are usually available in various gauges, or thicknesses. -Chris

Thanks Guys...I know whats common, I need opinions Canvas and "windows" - Full Flybridge cover Bimini Top and all 4 side curtains with "windows" Thanks

chesapeake46 Senior Member

If you can install EZ2CY on your front panels instead of Stamoid , you will have much better vision, day and night.

Sea Gull Member

On a previous boat, I had some issues with cracking of Makrolon in areas with curves after about 3-4 years. It's much clearer than Strataglass but about the same as EZ2CY. If you need to roll or install smileys, then go with strataglass.

Sea gull, what did you use to clean your maroon ?

Generally Strataglass works the best for most boats, unless the bridge has the correct angles for EZ2CY to work. Those are the only two brands I like to go with.

What about the canvas portion...stamoid or sunbrella ?

Zud said: ↑ What about the canvas portion...stamoid or sunbrella ? Click to expand...

DOCKMASTER Senior Member

I had my flybridge enclosure done last winter. I went with the heavy weight Stamoid. I agree with Capt J and the Stamoid can be a challenge to keep clean. However, I believe it is more durable and repels water better than Sunbrella which is a must for my location.

dainisk Member

I've used Strataglass for the clears - works well. I used to have a sunbrella bimini before changing to a hardtop. Sunbrella worked well, but the biggest issue in either Sunbrella or Strataglass (and probably any other material) is what is being used to sow the materials together. generally, anything seems to last about 5 years in this part of the world (Perth Australia). But the threads are the weak point. I now only use Sunbrella for dingy covers and other misc. areas (see avatar) The dingy cover has been on now for near 10 years and going strong. The Mrs. redoes the stitching every now and then.

DOCKMASTER said: ↑ I had my flybridge enclosure done last winter. I went with the heavy weight Stamoid. I agree with Capt J and the Stamoid can be a challenge to keep clean. However, I believe it is more durable and repels water better than Sunbrella which is a must for my location. Click to expand...

olderboater Senior Member

Imar is endorsed by Stamoid and Strataglass.

chesapeake46 said: ↑ Sea gull, what did you use to clean your maroon ? Click to expand...

olderboater said: ↑ Imar is endorsed by Stamoid and Strataglass. Click to expand...

Capt J said: ↑ Yup and I've found all of IMARs products work really well. A little hard to find some of them, but the strataglass cleaner and also the polish work really well and so do the 3 different stamoid products they have. Click to expand...

olderboater said: ↑ Boat Owner's Warehouse (stock) and Bee Clean (Order). Click to expand...

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EZ2CY®  boat enclosure is a premium, bonded acrylic product more potent than traditional flexible and polycarbonate clear products.  

Why buy ez2cy® enclosures.

EZ2CY®  enclosures are the most durable and reliable enclosures in the marine industry. They are fabricated from impact-modified acrylic specifically for use in harsh marine environments.    EZ2CY®  enclosures are compatible with any vessel type and are typically preferred over soft vinyl enclosures. Our components are carefully selected and continually evaluated to maintain the superior quality standards of  EZ2CY®

Blocks 98% of broad-spectrum UV vs 71% of competitors.

Reduces uv damage to upholstery, wood, and vessel interior. , five year  wa rranty protection ..

EZ2CY®  is   clearer than glass   and transmits 91% of light. It also provides excellent glare reduction in   day or night   conditions.

It has its   own EZ2CY® product line  to ensure proper care and longevity. 

Provides heat reduction  and therefore improves air conditioning eff iciency. 

No rainbows  like polycarbonate.

Optically Clear

Distortion-free

Helps improve your vessel's resale value.

Multiple EZ2CY® Dealer   locations to which your boat can travel.

Resistant  to yellowing  or haze.

Scratches  are buffable .

No rainbow colors  when looking through the product with polarized sunglasses.

With proper care, can it last  ten years or longer.

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• ​ EZ2CY enclosures are able to meet and exceed customer expectations on a consistent basis because they are made from quality components.
• Whether flexible or rigid, EZ2CY®  enclosures are lightweight, crystal clear, and long-lasting. Whether custom-fit your Boston Whaler or a full motor yacht, our marine enclosures are precisely measured for a custom fit, and they last season after season.  

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• clear vinyl enclosures

They are highly favored by boaters due to their exceptional flexibility and versatility in safeguarding their vessels.

Let's delve into the primary features of this isinglass for boat enclosures: They are popular for boaters seeking a flexible and versatile solution to protect their vessel from the elements. Here's a description of soft glass boat enclosures and their key features:

EZ2CY offers:

• Weather Protection: Soft glass enclosures protect against wind, rain, and UV rays. They create a barrier that keeps the interior of your boat dry and shields you from the elements, allowing you to enjoy boating in various weather conditions.
• Versatility: Isinglass boat enclosures are highly flexible, allowing them to be easily rolled up when not in use. This versatility provides convenient storage and allows for different configurations based on weather conditions or personal preferences.
• Visibility: Clear vinyl offers optimal visibility, allowing you to enjoy unobstructed views of the surrounding water and landscapes. This ensures a safe and enjoyable boating experience, as you can confidently navigate and appreciate the beauty of your surroundings.
• Customization: Soft glass boat enclosures can be customized to fit your boat's specific dimensions and design. They can be tailored to accommodate various shapes and sizes, including curved or irregularly shaped areas. This ensures a snug and precise fit for your boat, enhancing aesthetics and functionality.
• Easy Maintenance: Soft glass enclosures are relatively low maintenance. They can be cleaned using mild soap and water, making it simple to remove dirt, salt, and other debris that may accumulate during boating trips. Regular cleaning helps maintain the clarity and longevity of the material.
• Affordability: Soft glass enclosures are generally more cost-effective than other enclosure options, such as rigid glass or acrylic. This makes them a popular choice for boaters looking for an economical yet functional solution for weather protection.

Soft glass boat enclosures offer a practical and customizable solution for protecting your boat and enhancing your boating experience. Whether you're looking for protection from the elements or a versatile enclosure that can be adjusted as needed, our eisenglass enclosure boats provide a reliable and convenient option.

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For initial and occasional cleaning, use EZ2CY® Enclosure Cleaner/Polish to remove static and make future washing easier. We recommend using Kleenex® Viva White paper towels for this procedure. For normal washing, rinse the enclosure with fresh water after each use to remove salt and periodically when exposed to salt air. More extensive cleaning can be done using common boat soaps with a soft mitt and a fresh water rinse. You can also use a squeegee or water blade if desired.

Unzip the zippers and wash them with soap and water, then rinse with fresh water. If the zipper tape is very dirty, use a light solution of Woolite®-type fabric cleaner followed by thorough rinsing. Do not use any form of lubricant on the zippers.

Most scratches can be removed by hand polishing with EZ2CY® Scratch Remover . You can also use an electric buffer to facilitate the process. Keep moving over the scratched area, use light pressure, and moisten the area using a spray bottle with clean water. Rinse and follow with EZ2CY® Enclosure Cleaner/Polish.

Yes, avoid using window cleaning sprays, RAINEX®, kitchen scouring compounds, solvents such as acetone or lacquer thinner, cleaners that contain alcohol, and any form of lubricant. Exercise caution when using metal cleaner on pipe work adjacent to the enclosure.

EZ2CY® Enclosures are designed to remain on the boat, as the probability of scratching or damaging a panel outweighs any benefit of storage. If panels must be removed, contact an EZ2CY® Dealer for assistance. Avoid excessive bending when opening or closing a panel and consider the wind conditions. Open them to the top track for vertical zippers and hold the panel while unzipping the bottom zipper. Pull the panel in and up to the top and fasten it appropriately. If panels are rubbing on each other, use a soft product like a paper towel or clear suction cup to prevent scratching.

EZ2CY® Panels are designed to remain on the boat. The cost and likelihood of scratching or breaking a panel during removal outweigh any benefit of storage. If you need to remove your panels, don't hesitate to contact your EZ2CY® Dealer for assistance. Note: It's important to consult the official EZ2CY® documentation or contact an EZ2CY® Dealer for specific care instructions and any updates to the recommended maintenance procedures.

Yes, if desired, you can wax the EZ2CY® always consult the dealer first. Enclosure with a good quality auto paste wax (avoid waxes with color). After applying the wax, wipe it off with a damp cloth to remove static. Always remember to use EZ2CY cleaner and polish first.

An EZ2CY boat enclosure's main role is to safeguard the boat's occupants and sections from environmental elements while ensuring the exterior remains fully visible.

Yes, for servicing your EZ2CY boat enclosure, you can ship it to our headquarters in West Palm Beach, FL.

EZ2CY boat enclosures are covered by a five-year limited warranty, highlighting our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Yes, our boat enclosures are engineered to resist scratches effectively, with the capability to polish out most minor scratches.

Maximum visibility is achieved through strategic zipper and panel placement, ensuring that corner zippers and other potential obstructions do not impede the view.

EZ2CY boat enclosures are meticulously designed, featuring neatly turned and finished edges that reflect the high standards of your vessel.

Our boat enclosures are designed with ventilation in mind, incorporating V-shaped panels and screened/pop-out vents to provide ample airflow without excessive exposure to wind.

The maintenance of EZ2CY boat enclosures is straightforward, requiring only soap and water for cleaning.

By utilizing impact-modified acrylic that surpasses the clarity of glass and resists distortion, along with premium materials like SolarFix® thread and Stamoid fabric, we ensure both the clarity and longevity of our boat enclosures.

Certainly, we proudly display boat enclosures that have stood the test of time, showcasing their durability and clarity over five to ten years.

It's advisable to outline your goals and any existing issues with your current enclosure to ensure that your new EZ2CY boat enclosure meets all your needs.

Ensure your purchase is authentic by dealing with EZ2CY-listed shops, protecting yourself from counterfeit and imitation products.

The renowned quality and durability of EZ2CY boat enclosures are significant assets, enhancing the resale value of your vessel.

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Sergei Pavlovich Korolev – the Father of Practical Astronautics

Sergei Korolev (1907 – 1966), Soviet Union 1969 CPA 3731 stamp

On January 12, 1907, lead Soviet rocket engineer and spacecraft designer during the Space Race Sergei Korolev was born. Korolev is regarded by many as the “father of practical astronautics “. He was involved in the development of the R-7 Rocket , Sputnik 1 ,[ 1 ] launching Laika , Belka and Strelka  and the first human being, Yuri Gagarin ,[ 2 ] into space.

“Today we are witnesses to the fulfillment of the dream that occupied some outstanding people, among them Tsiolkovsky. He had prophesied that mankind will not stay on Earth forever. Sputnik is the first confirmation of his predictions. The opening up of space has begun.” – Sergei Korolev, on the night of October 5, 1957, after the successful launch of Sputnik 1.[8]

Sergei Korolev – Youth and Education

Korolev was born in Zhytomyr , the capital of Volhynian Governorate of the Russian Empire. His parents, Russian teachers Maria Nikolaevna Balanina (née Moskalenko),  from a wealthy merchant family with Greek and Cossack roots, and Pavel Yakovlevich Korolev, who was  of Belarusian origin, separated just three years after his birth. Korolev grew up with his grandparents in Neshin . When he was ten years old, the family moved to Odessa . There he completed an apprenticeship as a bricklayer and roofer. Korolev showed an early interest in aviation and, in addition to his job, worked at the local glider club, constructing his first glider K-5 at the age of 17. In 1925, Korolev began studying at the Kiev Polytechnic Institute . When the Kiev faculty was closed, he transferred to Moscow Technical University (MWTU) in 1926 and graduated. Before that, he completed an internship at the Central Aerohydrodynamic Institute (ZAGI), where he came into contact with the design of powered aircraft. In 1929, together with S. N. Lyushin, Korolev developed and built the Koktebel glider. In the same year, under the guidance of Andrei Tupolev, Korolev created his first powered aircraft SK-4 as his diploma thesis.

First Experiments with Rockets

In the 1930s, Korolev began building rockets as part of MosGIRD, a group founded in 1931 to research recoil propulsion systems. There he received essential impulses for his later work from Friedrich Zander . Together with Zander, whom he considered a mentor, he was involved in the design and construction of the first Soviet hybrid rockets GIRD-09 and GIRD-X , among others. In 1933, he moved to the Rocket Research Institute (RNII) and became head of the Rocket Missile Department in 1934. In the same year, his scientific treatise The Rocket Flight into the Stratosphere was published.

The Great Terror

While working on the RP-318-I rocket-powered glider, Korolyev was arrested by the NKVD’s secret political police during the Great Terror on June 27, 1938. After two days of torture and threats against his family, he signed a confession in which he was forced to identify himself as a member of a counterrevolutionary Trotskyist conspiracy and a participant in acts of sabotage to obstruct development work. He had been denounced under duress by Valentin Glushko ,[ 3 ] who had been arrested three months earlier and who himself spent the period until 1944 in prison. Although innocent, Korolev was sentenced without formal trial on to ten years of hard labor in the gulag and five years of loss of civil rights. After spending time in several prisons and prolonged transportation, he arrived at the notorious Maldyak labor camp in 1939, where he nearly starved to death and became so ill with scurvy that his lower jaw was severely damaged and he lost many teeth.

In the First Circle of Hell

Through interventions of his mother with the support of the well-known pilots Mikhail Gromov and Valentina Grisodubova, the USSR Supreme Court overturned the previous sentence and Korolev was recalled from Maldyak only in November 1939. After renewed interventions by his mother and Gromov with NKVD People’s Commissar Lavrenti Beria , he was sent to the special design office of aircraft designer Andrei Tupolev , who had already supervised Korolyov’s thesis and was also imprisoned. The ZKB-29 special camp for scientists and engineers was under the control of the NKVD and was described from personal experience by Alexander Solzhenitsyn in the novel The First Circle of Hell . The ZKB-29 developed the Tupolev Tu-2 dive bomber in Omsk in September 1942.

Petlyakov Pe-2, co-developed by Sergei Korolev

Korolev applied for a job at an aircraft engine plant in Kazan , where Glushko headed the OKB-16 special design bureau for rocket engines under Sharashka conditions. Korolev participated in the development of the Petlyakov Pe-2 multirole aircraft to improve takeoff performance and climb performance with a switchable rocket engine. In 1944, Korolyov and Glushko were paroled from prison early and continued their work on rocket developments as employed engineers of OKB-16. However, Korolev was not officially rehabilitated until April 18, 1957. Korolev’s six-year imprisonment in the Gulag was erased from Communist accounts of the history of technology.

Becoming Chief Designer

After World War II, Korolev rose to become the chief designer of the initially military-only Soviet missile program within the NII (Scientific Research Institute). Korolev’s identity was kept secret during his lifetime, and in public he was referred to only anonymously as the “chief designer.” Korolev’s goal was to develop a civilian rocket program. In 1945, now holding the rank of colonel in the Red Army, he was ordered to Soviet headquarters in Berlin with other engineers and technicians. He was given the task of studying the German rocket program and locating associates of rocket engineer Wernher von Braun who remained in Germany.

The first A4 rocket (from German stocks) is transported to the launch site on a truck trailer. It was launched on 18 October 1947 from the Kapustin Yar test site, Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation, CC-BY-4.0

The Soviets placed a priority on reproducing lost documentation on the A4 rocket, and studying the various parts and captured manufacturing facilities. That work continued in East Germany until late 1946, when 2,000+ German scientists and engineers were sent to the USSR through Operation Osoaviakhim . Most of the German experts, Helmut Gröttrup being an exception, were engineers and technicians involved in wartime mass-production of A4, and they had not worked directly with Wernher von Braun. Korolev returned to the Soviet Union in 1946 with plans of German designs and German rocket designers. Among others, Wernher von Braun’s assistant Helmut Gröttrup and aerodynamicist Werner Albring worked on rocket technology development under Korolev’s direction in Kaliningrad (in Moscow oblast) and on Gorodomlya Island (now Solnetchny settlement) in Lake Seliger during this period. The first design resulting from this cooperation was the R-1 rocket of 1948, a copy of the German A4 based on materials available in the Soviet Union. Unlike the U.S., which brought German scientists to the U.S. with its Operation Overcast and ensured their naturalization and retention in the U.S. as early as 1946 with Operation Paperclip, the Soviet Union merely siphoned off their knowledge and used it in the crucial steps for spaceflight.

The Soviet Space Programme

Among Korolyov’s greatest achievements were the construction of the R-7 – the world’s first intercontinental ballistic missile – and the launch of Sputnik 1 in 1957,[ 1 ] but most importantly, the first space flight by a human, Yuri Gagarin , in 1961.[ 2 ] The R-7  was a two-stage rocket with a maximum payload of 5.4 tons, sufficient to carry the Soviets’ bulky  nuclear bomb  an impressive distance of 7,000 kilometres. However, despite the Soviet R-7 initial success, it experienced later failures as it was not intended to be a practical weapon. Sputnik 1 was designed and constructed in less than a month with Korolev personally managing the assembly at a hectic pace. The satellite was a simple polished metal sphere no bigger than a beach ball, containing batteries that powered a transmitter using 4 external communication antennas. Sputnik 1 was successfully completed and launched into space on 4 October 1957 using a rocket that had successfully launched only once before. After gaining approval from the government, a modified version of Korolev’s R-7 was used to launch Yuri Gagarin into orbit on 12 April 1961, which was before the United States was able to put Alan Shepard into space.

Variants of the R-7 Rocket, (NASA)

Korolev’s group was also working on ambitious programs for missions to Mars and Venus , putting a man in orbit, launching communication, spy and weather satellites, and making a soft-landing on the Moon.

Health Problems and Early Death

In December 1960, Korolev suffered a heart attack, which was followed by others. His cardiac arrhythmias were joined by internal bleeding and intestinal problems. Korolyev was admitted to a Moscow hospital. Doctors were going to remove painful hemorrhoids in a routine operation in January 1966, but in the meantime they discovered a large tumor in his colon and put him under general anesthesia. Tracheal intubation, necessary due to circulatory weakness, failed due to scurvy-related jaw abnormality as a late consequence of Gulag imprisonment; this caused his death on January 14, 1966. The Soviet government honored him by burying his urn in the Kremlin wall. In 1996, the city of Kaliningrad in Moscow Oblast, where he headed the experimental design bureau OKB-1 as chief designer from 1950, was renamed after him.

Losing the Race to the Moon

With Korolev’s death, the Soviet space and lunar programs suffered a bitter loss. Although work on the N1 lunar rocket was continued by his collaborator Vasily Mishin , it was discontinued in 1974 after several launch failures.[ 4 ] The identity of the chief designer remained a state secret in the Soviet Union during his lifetime. While in the U.S. his adversary Wernher von Braun made a high-profile appearance in the press and on television, Korolev was not known even in his own country. When, after the successful launch of Sputnik 1, the Nobel Prize Committee asked Nikita Khrushchev for the name of the chief designer, he replied that it had been the work of the entire Soviet people and that they had thus deserved the award. Only on the occasion of the state funeral in Moscow was this secret revealed.

References and Further Reading:

• [1]  The Sputnik Shock and the Start of the Space Race , SciHi Blog
• [2]  Yuri Gagarin – the first Man in Space , SciHi Blog
• [3]  Valentin Glushko and the Space Race , SciHi Blog
• [4]  The Russian Dream to Land a Man on the Moon , SciHi Blog
• [5]  “Sergei Korolev: Father of the Soviet Union’s success in space” .  www.esa.int .
• [6]  West, John B. (1 October 2001).  “Historical aspects of the early Soviet/ Russian crewed space program” .  Journal of Applied Physiology .  91  (4): 1501–1511.
• [7]    “Sputnik Biographies–Sergei P. Korolev (1906-1966)” .   history.nasa.gov .
• [8]  Joachim Kutzner, Kurt Kobler:  Der Sputnikschock.  4. April 2004
• [9]  The 2021 John J. Rhodes Lecture: Expanded Space Exploration , A Discussion with NASA Astronaut, Dr. Shannon Walker & Ambassador Barbara Barrett, Barrett Honors College @ youtube
• [10] Sergei Korolev at Wikidata
• [11] Timeline for Sergei Korolev , via Wikidata

Harald Sack

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