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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.
The proposed plan involves using a reusable rocket system, where the first stage of the rocket is able to land back on Earth after launch, instead of being discarded like traditional rockets. This allows for significant cost savings as the rocket can be used multiple times instead of being built from scratch for each launch.
SpaceX's current rocket system, the Falcon 9, also uses reusable first stages. However, the proposed plan by their rival suggests using a different type of reusable rocket, which they claim to be more cost-effective.
The main benefit is the potential for significant cost savings in the long run. By reusing the first stage of the rocket, the overall cost of launching a rocket into space could be greatly reduced. This could also lead to more frequent and accessible space travel.
One potential challenge could be the development and testing of a new type of reusable rocket. It may also require significant investment and resources to implement this plan. Additionally, there may be limitations on the size and payload capacity of the reusable rocket.
It is difficult to determine the feasibility and realism of this plan without more information and data. However, it is a promising idea that has the potential to revolutionize the space industry and make space travel more accessible and affordable. Further research and development will be needed to fully evaluate its viability.