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Masten Space Systems is taking sub-orbital payload orders - "We have officially begun taking payload slot orders. Payloads are generally sold in 1 kilogram increments at $250 per kilo. For those that want a standardized form factor we are offering CanSat flights. A CanSat is the same size as a standard 12 oz soda can with a mass limit of 350 grams. You can buy kits from various vendors such as Pratt Hobbies. Normally CanSat flights are $199 but for a limited time they are going for an introductory $99. Remember, this is suborbital only. We won't be offering orbital payloads for several years and even then they won't be anywhere near the $199 price. Over the next several months we will be releasing versions of the payload manual which includes interface definitions and physical characteristics such as vibration and G loads. Only customers who have signed up will receive these manuals so sign up early! - Link.
I'm thinking of modding a CVS digital video camera, or a cheapie digital video camera and shooting a mini movie with some zero g props in a CanSat...Space movie!
Related:
MSS project blog (photos & videos) - Link.
Isn't there enough junk floating around Earth?!
Just because we can doesn't mean we should.
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blue - the rocket goes up, then it comes down (sub-orbital).
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They should offer a way to shoot stuff right at the sun. I still have some of my ex-girlfriend's junk that's been hanging around for 6 months. Wouldn't mind burning some of it up on the sun.
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