Methalox Rockets: First Attempts, Future Plans

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Zhuque-2, developed by China's LandSpace, failed to reach orbit in its initial attempt using methane/oxygen boosters, but a second attempt is anticipated soon. Upcoming launches include Relativity Space's Terran 1, which is set for March 16, and ULA's Vulcan rocket, with a possible launch around May. Methalox propulsion is gaining traction due to its advantages in engine performance and reusability, making it a strong candidate for future space missions. SpaceX's Starship is also preparing for another launch attempt, pending regulatory approval, likely in early 2023. The competition among these companies highlights the evolving landscape of rocket technology and the race to achieve successful orbital flights.
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ZhuQue-2 launched today.
This article describes the launch and the future plans of its maker, LandSpace.
Those plans include the mass production of a version of the ZhuQue-2 and eventually a stainless steel rocket that will be reusable.
 
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Arstechnica reports on the details of the failures for the 2nd Starship attempt:

https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/...-spacex-details-causes-of-november-accidents/

It also reported an estimate launch window for the FAA's contribution to flight 3:
The administrator for Commercial Space Transportation at the Federal Aviation Administration, Kelvin Coleman, said last week that early to mid-March is a reasonable timeline for the regulatory process to conclude.

Elon has already indicated that the FAA license is on the critical path.
 

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