SpaceX's Massive Starship Rocket Gets Ready for Historic Test Flight
The Daily Galaxy••science
Key Points:
- SpaceX has completed stacking the Super Heavy booster for Starship’s 12th test flight, marking a key milestone in its goal to develop a fully reusable spacecraft capable of reaching Mars.
- The Super Heavy booster, powered by upgraded Raptor engines, stands over 230 feet tall and is designed for rapid refurbishment to reduce space travel costs and improve lift capacity.
- Despite setbacks with an initial booster during testing, SpaceX quickly adapted by switching to a new vehicle, demonstrating its iterative testing approach and resilience in overcoming challenges.
- The upcoming flight will feature Starship Version 3, which includes enhancements such as taller structure, improved heat shields, and new Raptor 3 engines aimed at boosting performance and reliability for interplanetary missions.
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