…were apparently harder on the Raptors than expected.
Well, that’s how you learn.
Category Archives: Space
Another Hypersonic Startup
Color me skeptical.
Blue Origin
…will be flying New Shepard in half an hour.
Mars Perseverance
Bob Zimmerman has an analysis of the landing ellipse next month.
Europa Clipper
It has (finally) been liberated from SLS.
The next question is when will NASA be liberated from SLS?
SN9
…just had what appeared to be a successful (albeit brief) static fire, clearing the way for a flight as soon as Friday. (No, no link.)
Hypersonic Hype
This article only talks about the engine, and doesn’t discuss the real issues: drag, propellant consumption and range at those speeds.
Scott Pace
He’s resigned as head of the Space Council. I suspect that space will not be a priority in a Harris/Biden administration.
SN9
…is scheduled for its test flight on Wednesday. They’re currently preparing for a static fire, probably tomorrow. Nice way to kick off the new year.
The Final Smuggling Frontier
A brief history of space contraband.