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space2 years ago•13 min saved

"Starship's Potential to Revolutionize Mars Sample Return and BE-4s Selected for Second Vulcan"

SpaceX successfully launched a reusable Falcon 9 booster for the 20th time, while NASA seeks innovative ideas from the space industry to expedite the Mars Sample Return mission. Australia's Gilmour Space prepares for the maiden flight of its Eris rocket, Orbex secures additional funding for its Prime rocket, and Astrobotic ventures into the defense sector with its Xogdor reusable rocket. Additionally, ULA receives two BE-4 engines for the second flight of its Vulcan rocket, and ArianeGroup conducts the final hotfire test for the upper stage of the Ariane 6 rocket.

via Ars Technica|

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space-technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"New Glenn Successfully Completes Cryogenic Testing at Launch Complex 36"

Blue Origin's New Glenn orbital rocket completes initial cryogenic testing at Launch Complex 36, with hardware rolling out to the launch pad, including a simulator vehicle and the first full stack of a New Glenn rocket. The testing involved filling the booster with liquid nitrogen to test cryogenic tanking operations, tank pressure control, and the vehicle’s venting systems. Blue Origin aims to launch New Glenn at least once in 2024 and is making progress with pad upgrades and engine testing, including the first static fire of the seven first-stage BE-4 engines. The company also filed updated site plans for LC-36, including a new test stand, and continues to expand its facilities at Exploration Park.

via NASASpaceflight.com|

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