Friday, January 30, 2015

Space X, a new step in space age technology?


A new space rocket was recently announced by Space X, Falcon Heavy. With 3.969 million pounds of thrust at liftoff and 4.5 million pounds in space, it will be the world's fastest rocket which equals roughly to the power of 15 Boeing 747 at full thrust. Set to launch later this year, it will be another special design by Space X. 
Source: Space X
Another interesting design they have tried to add in this project is the ability to reuse the boosters to dramatically lower costs per launch and lower waste in space. It will be meant to carry larger payloads in orbit and small spacecrafts. Though still a new company, Space X has been making a big name for themselves in the space industry.

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