Oct 17, 2024 · All other practical aspects be damned, SpaceX did just successfully maneuver a massive >200-ton steel vehicle through the air faster than sound, safely returning it to its site of launch after delivering one of the largest spacecraft ever built on its way, and then caught it midair with massive robotic arms for later reuse. If absolutely ...

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Jul 7, 2023 · I didn't consider the SS exhaust impingement force on booster in my calculation. I just ran the numbers now the impingement force required for the booster acceleration to be <=0 is at least 350 tons. SS raptors are very much capable of that. But if SpaceX is planning to shut down booster engines after stage separation. this wont be an issue.

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Dec 6, 2024 · SpaceX was the obvious choice due to its combination of affordable cost and impeccable reputation in commercial launches. The decision was confirmed during a presentation to the Parliament's Defence and Budget Committees on 5 February 2024.

Dec 16, 2024 · Exolaunch's legacy of collaboration with SpaceX dates back to the inception of SpaceX's Rideshare program, with the company playing a pivotal role in every Transporter mission to date. On Transporter-12, Exolaunch will oversee the integration, launch, and deployment of 28 satellites , representing a diverse and innovative range of customers ...

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Dec 21, 2024 · SpaceX is contracted to NASA to fly the HLS mission. The requirements include the ability of the Starship HLS to loiter in NRHO for up to 100 days hanging around waiting for Orion to show up. After that, it must descend and stay on the lunar surface in a harsher thermal environment for a week or so.

Feb 21, 2025 · Should SpaceX not complete its planned flight-testing activity on February 26, 2025, then SpaceX may use the alternate dates to complete its testing activities,” Treviño stated. SpaceX and law enforcement authorities will be coordinating to ensure that no individuals or vehicles are allowed access to these areas during these times of the day.