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technology18 days ago•4 min saved

Starbase Overhaul Aims for Back-to-Back Starship Launches

SpaceX is upgrading its Starbase complex with a new flame trench, on-site air separation unit, expanded propellant storage, and relocated ground support to slash turnaround times. Pad 1 is being rebuilt for rapid reuse while Pad 2 undergoes extensive verification testing, including synchronized clamp-retraction demos and tower shielding. An expanded tank farm and the onboard ASU aim to enable on-demand cryogens, reducing logistics bottlenecks as Flight 12 nears and paving the way for quicker flights (Flight 13 onward).

via NASASpaceFlight.com -|

#launch-pad #rapid-reusability #spacex

space-and-spaceflight23 days ago•16 min saved

Starship V3 Clears Its First Static Fire, Aims for April Launch

SpaceX’s Starship Version 3 reached a key milestone with Booster 19’s first static fire, firing 10 Raptor 3 engines for about a second before a ground-systems issue ended the test. Engineers will push toward a full 33-engine static fire and final checks on Ship 39 as stacking for Flight 12 progresses, eyeing an inaugural Moon/Mars mission in April and a potential use of Starship’s upper stage for NASA Artemis plans amid a challenging development path.

via Gizmodo|

#raptor-engines #space-and-spaceflight #spaceflight

technology2 months ago•4 min saved

SpaceX's Starbase expansion nearly doubles launch site, enabling Pad 1 overhaul and LNG facilities

SpaceX has won approval to nearly double the Starbase launch site footprint, enabling the ongoing Pad 1 redesign, a new flame trench with CFA piles, and space for LNG liquefaction and expanded ground-support infrastructure as part of a lengthy, phased expansion overseen by the US Army Corps of Engineers.

via NASASpaceFlight.com -|

#launch-site-expansion #lng #pad-1-redesign

technology5 months ago•2 min saved

SpaceX Advances to Starship V3 After Successful Test Flights

SpaceX successfully completed the final test flight of the current Starship V2, hitting key goals and moving the program into its next phase with the development of the upgraded V3 prototype, which is designed for in-orbit docking, propellant transfer, and future lunar and Martian missions.

via TechCrunch|

#mars #rockettest #spacex

science-and-technology6 months ago•4 min saved

SpaceX aims for consecutive successful Starship launches amid lunar race concerns

SpaceX is preparing for its next Starship test flight from Starbase in Texas on October 13, which will include testing various systems and maneuvers, with an 80% chance of favorable weather, and aims to minimize air traffic disruption while advancing its vehicle versions and launch capabilities.

via SpaceNews|

#launch #science-and-technology #spacex

space6 months ago•3 min saved

SpaceX Targets Back-to-Back Successful Starship Launches Amid Moon Race Competition

SpaceX is preparing for its final Version 2 Starship-Super Heavy launch from Starbase, Texas, scheduled for Monday evening, marking the last flight of this iteration and pad configuration, with plans to develop and test Starship Version 3 for future orbital missions.

via Spaceflight Now|

#launch #space #spacex

space-exploration6 months ago•7 min saved

SpaceX Prepares Starship for Upcoming Tests and Urban Overflights

SpaceX is progressing with static fire testing of Ship 38 at Starbase while rebuilding infrastructure after an anomaly with Ship 36. The company is also expanding and upgrading its launch site, including new tank farms, control bunkers, and facilities to support future launches, with a proposal pending approval for further expansion and on-site propellant production. Meanwhile, vehicle assembly continues with Booster 18 and Ship 39, and construction at the site advances toward supporting upcoming flights and vehicle stacking.

via NASASpaceFlight.com -|

#launch-site-expansion #ship-38 #space-exploration

science8 months ago•3 min saved

SpaceX Prepares for Upcoming Starship Test Flights

SpaceX has moved its Starship upper stage to the launch pad at Starbase for testing ahead of its 10th flight, expected to occur next month, as part of ongoing development of the world's largest reusable rocket aimed at Mars colonization and space exploration.

via Space|

#flight-10 #rocket-testing #science

industry8 months ago•5 min saved

Starbase's Injury Rates Surpass Rivals Amid SpaceX's Mars Mission Goals

SpaceX's Starbase facility has significantly higher employee injury rates compared to industry averages, with a TRIR of 4.27 in 2024, indicating potential safety concerns despite rapid development of the Starship program. The injury rate at Starbase has remained high since 2019, raising questions about safety culture amid the company's fast-paced progress.

via TechCrunch|

#industry #injury-rates #osha

world10 months ago•3 min saved

SpaceX's Starbase Faces Resident Property Rights and Community Challenges

The city of Starbase in Texas, home to SpaceX's launch site, is considering a zoning ordinance that could cause residents, mostly SpaceX employees, to lose access to their properties, as part of its development plans. The move aims to create a mixed-use space but has raised concerns about property rights and access to public beaches near launch sites, amid rapid growth and increased launch activity by SpaceX.

via Yahoo|

#elon-musk #spacex #starbase

world10 months ago•3 min saved

SpaceX's Starbase Faces Resident Property Rights Concerns Amid Zoning Disputes

Starbase, Texas, home to SpaceX and Elon Musk's ventures, is considering a new zoning ordinance that could strip some residents of their property rights, as the city plans to develop a mixed-use space aligned with Musk's vision. The move comes amid increased launch activity and local concerns over beach access and community impact, highlighting tensions between economic development and public interests.

via Fortune|

#elon-musk #spacex #starbase

world10 months ago•4 min saved

SpaceX's Starbase in Texas faces new rules amid launch and community concerns

Starbase, Texas, home to SpaceX, is considering a new zoning ordinance that could cause residents to lose the right to use their property as they currently do, amid plans for a public hearing on June 23. The town, now officially a municipal corporation run by SpaceX employees, is undergoing changes to its zoning map and regulations, which may impact the existing residential and commercial uses, as part of its broader development and operational plans.

via CNBC|

#elon-musk #spacex #starbase

science10 months ago•1 min saved

Sonic Detectives Assist SpaceX in Listening Efforts

Scientists are studying the acoustics of rocket launches at SpaceX's Starbase to better understand the sounds and sonic booms produced by frequent launches, which are becoming more common with companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin increasing their launch schedules.

via The New York Times|

#rocket-acoustics #rocket-launches #science

business1 year ago•2 min saved

SpaceX Aims to Establish Starbase as Official Texas City

Elon Musk's SpaceX is seeking to incorporate its Starbase facility in Texas into an official city, aiming to streamline the development of amenities for its growing workforce. The move is part of Musk's broader vision of creating company towns, similar to his efforts in Bastrop, Texas, where several of his ventures are based. The incorporation would support the 3,400 full-time employees and contractors at Starbase, as well as the 21,400 indirect jobs it generates. This initiative reflects a trend among tech giants like Disney, Meta, and Amazon, who are also exploring company towns.

via Quartz|

#business #company-town #elon-musk

business1 year ago•2 min saved

SpaceX Proposes Starbase City Incorporation in Texas

SpaceX has petitioned Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño Jr. to call an election on incorporating Starbase, Texas, its Starship development site, into a city. The petition, signed by Starbase general manager Kathryn Lueders, highlights SpaceX's significant investments and contributions to the local economy and community. Incorporation would facilitate infrastructure development and transfer some civil functions to public management, while maintaining environmental commitments. SpaceX aims to enhance Starbase as a hub for space exploration and community growth.

via MyRGV|

#business #cameron-county #incorporation