China’s Reusable Rocket Plans for Space Missions
China’s space contractor, CASC, is set to launch its first two reusable rockets in 2025 and 2026, part of the country’s broader lunar and human spaceflight plans. Unlike SpaceX’s Falcon 9, China’s approach involves catching the rocket using wires, rather than using landing legs. Other commercial firms in China are also working on reusable rockets, including Landspace, CAS Space, Galactic Energy, and iSpace.
SpaceX Prepares for Third Orbital Test of Massive Starship Rocket
SpaceX gears up for the highly anticipated third orbital test of its massive 400-foot-tall Starship rocket, with the livestreamed event expected to showcase advancements in space exploration technology. The test aims to achieve ambitious objectives, including a propellant transfer demonstration, re-lighting of a Raptor engine in space, and a controlled reentry of Starship, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.
SpaceX Unveils Ambitious Plans for Future with Starship Megarocket
SpaceX has unveiled its ambitious plans for the future, showcasing a photo of the ‘megabay’ at its Starbase site in South Texas. The image reveals a packed building filled with towering stainless-steel cylinders – Super Heavy vehicles, the first stage…