Honda makes a leap into space with successful reusable rocket test
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Honda has successfully tested and landed its own reusable rocket in Japan, marking a significant step in its space exploration efforts. The nearly 21-foot rocket reached an altitude of 890 feet and landed within 37cm of its target, demonstrating potential for future suborbital flights by 2029. While still in the research phase, Honda aims to develop technology capable of suborbital launches, possibly competing with companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin in the future.
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