China's LandSpace Rockets: Pioneering Methane-Powered Satellite Launches

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Source: South China Morning Post
China's LandSpace Rockets: Pioneering Methane-Powered Satellite Launches
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China's private aerospace company, LandSpace, successfully launched its methane-powered rocket, Zhuque 2 Y-3, from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre, becoming the first in the world to do so. The rocket deployed three satellites into orbit, marking a milestone in the commercialization of liquid-powered rockets in China. LandSpace aims to achieve low-cost, large-scale manufacturing and delivery of rockets to ensure continuous and stable launch success. With further improvements, the rocket's payload capacity is expected to reach 4 tonnes, meeting the needs of spacecraft and near-Earth orbit satellites. China aims to become a world-leading space power and is inspired by companies like SpaceX to drive innovation in space technology.

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