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Astrobotic fires next-generation 'rotating detonation rocket engine' in record-breaking test
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Astrobotic fires next-generation 'rotating detonation rocket engine' in record-breaking test
Astrobotic completed a successful series of hot-fire tests of its rotating detonation rocket engine prototype, marking a key milestone for the experimental propulsion technology.
Record-Setting Test Fires Up Next-Gen Rocket Engine Technology
A Pittsburgh-based space robotics company has set what is believed to be a world record for the longest continuous hot-fire test of a rotating detonation rocket engine, a propulsion technology that could significantly improve spacecraft efficiency for future lunar and deep space missions.“(T)he engine performed even better than expected. The 300-second burn was the cherry on top.” Bryant Avalos, AstroboticTwo prototypes of Astrobotic’s Chakram r…
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