03-12-2023, 12:37 AM
https://www.rte.ie/news/us/2023/0311/136...t-florida/
The launch of the world's first 3D-printed rocket was ultimately scrubbed after several tries today, marking a new setback for the private owner of an innovative spacecraft billed as being less costly to produce and fly.
Engines had begun igniting on the unmanned Terran 1 rocket, built by California aerospace startup Relativity Space, when an "automation" issue caused the company to abort takeoff for the second time in less than a week.
A little later, the company tried again to launch the spacecraft from Florida's Cape Canaveral but had to abort due to pressure issues in the rocket's second stage, the company later tweeted.
"The team went HARD today and we intend to do so during our next attempt. More to come on the new launch date," Relativity said.
A shame... but, better safe than sorry. And I hope they aren't disheartened by this - because the fact that we even have a 3D-printed rocket is impressive in itself.
Better luck next time - and hopefully, they'll be able to make good on their promise of cheaper rockets!
The launch of the world's first 3D-printed rocket was ultimately scrubbed after several tries today, marking a new setback for the private owner of an innovative spacecraft billed as being less costly to produce and fly.
Engines had begun igniting on the unmanned Terran 1 rocket, built by California aerospace startup Relativity Space, when an "automation" issue caused the company to abort takeoff for the second time in less than a week.
A little later, the company tried again to launch the spacecraft from Florida's Cape Canaveral but had to abort due to pressure issues in the rocket's second stage, the company later tweeted.
"The team went HARD today and we intend to do so during our next attempt. More to come on the new launch date," Relativity said.
A shame... but, better safe than sorry. And I hope they aren't disheartened by this - because the fact that we even have a 3D-printed rocket is impressive in itself.
Better luck next time - and hopefully, they'll be able to make good on their promise of cheaper rockets!
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