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Times of India
AsiaPac · 3 hrs ago

Can China’s electric rocket launcher make Musk’s chemical rockets obsolete?

China has successfully achieved the recovery of an orbital-class rocket booster, similar to the reusable models pioneered by SpaceX. Recently, they conducted a test on electromagnetic launch systems, focusing on the initial lift-off phase. This innovative technology aims to lessen the dependency on chemical propellants, potentially making space launches more affordable and enhancing payload capabilities. Such advancements highlight China's escalating aspirations within the global space sector.
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