SpaceX's rival has 'genius' plan to cut rocket cost

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United Launch Alliance (ULA) has proposed a cost-saving strategy for their Vulcan rocket, which is positioned as a direct competitor to SpaceX. The discussion emphasizes the importance of competition in driving innovation and efficiency in the aerospace industry. While the plan has been labeled as 'genius' by some, its success remains contingent on execution and market reception. The community expresses skepticism regarding the hype surrounding the new system.

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Long live competition. One has to wonder if they would consider these cost savings if it were not for competition.

Whether or not it is genius depends on whether it succeeds.
 
anorlunda said:
Long live competition. One has to wonder if they would consider these cost savings if it were not for competition.

Whether or not it is genius depends on whether it succeeds.

Competition is good!

From a read of the comments of the youtube video it looks like this system might be hyped a bit.
 

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