SpaceX has successfully conducted the static fire test for Starship-28 as part of its ongoing efforts towards the upcoming third Starship launch. The next milestone on the horizon is the imminent static fire test for Super Heavy booster-10. With these crucial tests underway, SpaceX is steadfastly advancing towards the scheduled Starship Flight 3, anticipated to take place in the first quarter of 2024. These developments mark significant progress in SpaceX’s ambitious goals for space exploration and demonstrate the company’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of space technology.
NASA recently conducted a study exploring options for sustaining a national laboratory in low Earth orbit (LEO) post the International Space Station (ISS) era. Released by NASA’s Office of Technology, Policy, and Strategy, the study offers an “initial assessment” of various models for the future LEO national lab.
00:00 – Intro
00:19 – Ship 28 & Booster 10 Updates
01:45 – Launch Tower Updates
02:26 – Starship Launch Site Restoration
4:02 – Launch Schedule and Delays
4:42 – Exponential Growth and Logistical Challenges
5:25 – Second Launch Tower Development
6:06 – Relocation of Engine Testing
6:47 – Decommissioning of Suborbital Pad A
7:27 – Kennedy Space Center Tank Transportation
8:10 – NASA’s National Laboratory
10:03 – Outro
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Do you know ship 28 and booster 10 is about to launch Yes you heard it right NASA is planning for a National Laboratory in low earth orbit hey I’m Lucas welcome to the SpaceX Community let’s get started I think you all
May be knowing about the next starship’s Super heavy prototype assigned for orbital flight 3 okay if you don’t know it’s ship 28 and booster 10 so ship 28 recently moved to suborbital pad B for engine testing before its third test flight it’s been through two tough cryo proof tests and
Got some upgrades during its 2 and 1 half months at the Sanchez site just two days ago SpaceX did a static fire test for ship 28 it was a 6 engine static fire which went pretty well now let’s talk
About booster 10 it was moved from the Rocket Garden to the Launchpad a few days ago and using the those Chopstick arms they hoisted it onto the orbital launch Mount however yesterday’s plan for a static fire test hit a snag some issues popped up before lox loading could finish leading to an
Unusual dtank of B10 although a road closure was scheduled today for a possible reattempt it didn’t happen I think they are currently figuring out the issue and hope they will solve it before the next closure okay now about the next closure SpaceX has scheduled one for December member 27th after
The Christmas holidays I’m pretty amazed at how fast SpaceX is moving they’re getting ready for the third orbital launch of Starship super heavy really quick it’s all pretty exciting and I can’t wait to see what happens next launch tower updates so recent observations of ongoing
Work on the Starship launch Tower at Starbase unveil both progress and challenges notably the tower components exhibit signs of Maintenance with no notable occurrences such as missing piping and a disconnected Hood these indicators prompt speculation about potential issues arising from debris accumulation or damage caused by the intense heat generated during launches the
Attention to addressing the ship quick disconnect arm which suffered damage in a previous launch underscores the importance of realworld testing in refining and enhancing Design Elements Starship launch site restoration basx Starship launch site at Starbase is currently undergoing extensive restoration efforts following the second Starship launch the launch table located at stage
Zero serves as the heart of the launch site and undergo repainting after each engine test due to the intense heat generated by the 33 Raptor engines this heat strips away protective paint leading to Rapid oxidation commonly known as rust the launch table’s appearance suggests
Weathering over years though it has only been a few days since the last test the proximity to the ocean exacerbates the rusting issue crews are actively repairing cracks formed during launches emphasizing the critical need for structural Integrity as the legs must support the launch
Table and a fully fueled Starship weighing approximately 7,500 tons this phase of the tow maintenance serves as a testament to space X’s commitment to continuous Improvement and the rigorous testing necessary for space exploration Endeavors the challenges encountered such as the disconnected hood and damaged quick disconnect arm highlight the demanding conditions that the
Equipment faces during actual launch scenarios simultanously ongoing water deliveries to the deflector system suggest proactive measures in preparation for forthcoming tests emphasizing spacex’s dedication to thorough pre-launch preparations and the importance of safeguarding critical systems launch schedule and delays Kathy lutters the Starbase general manager
Revealed spacex’s efforts to obtain launch licenses for the third and fourth Starship launches these missions are crucial for testing Technologies related to NASA’s human Landing system program including inorbit propellant transfer demonstrations while Elon Musk initially suggested a possible launch Readiness by December a more realistic time forame frame is
The first quarter of 2024 aligning with lutter’s projections The increased launch frequency signals potential advancements with the third Starship Mission expected in late February or early March exponential growth and logistical challenges space E’s trajectory of exponential growth as witnessed with Falcon 9 launches foretells a comparable Ascent for Starship while the prospect
Of such growth is promising it presents intricate logistical challenges particularly concerning the refurbishment of the launch Tower Cathy lutter’s affirmation of a second tower under development assumes pivotal importance in addressing this bottleneck underscoring spacex’s ambition to replicate the Swift advancements seen in Falcon 9 launches the Strategic deployment of additional
Infrastructure becomes imperative for sustaining and managing the anticipated surge in Starship launches second launch Tower development the revelation of a second launch Tower ushers in complexities linked to site selection with considerations encompassing the ecological aspects of wetlands and Salt Flats initially proposed in 2021 the exact location of this second tower
Remains elusive the intricacies involved in its construction from ground leveling and stability pile integration to the tower’s erection denote a substantial undertaking these developments not only influence the Star based landscape but but also portend potential disruptions and enhancements to ongoing testing at the existing launch Tower relocation of engine testing Cathy
Lutter’s proposition to relocate engine testing to Massie signifies a strategic effort to alleviate Beach closures offering a glimpse into the broader Logistics of space X’s operations this decision prompts speculation on the plausible location for the second tower the interconnectedness of engine testing reload location advancements in sub coolers and preparations for propellant
Tanks suggests the prospect of constructing an entirely new Launchpad at massie’s injecting an element of anticipation and curiosity into the unfolding Narrative of starship’s future endeavors decommissioning of suborbital pad a the recent decommissioning of suborbital pad a Heralds a notable transformation in the configuration of STAR base’s testing facilities speculation arises
Regarding the potential relocation of pad B to massis possibly designated for the second stage zero such a move could streamline construction processes enabling parallel work on tank placement and Tower foundations this strategic shift not only Alters the physical landscape of Starbase but also underscores spacex’s adaptability in optimizing its testing infrastructure Kennedy
Space Center tank trans Transportation the recent transport of tanks from the Kennedy Space Center to Starbase triggers inquiries into their intended destination whether earmarked for the primary launch site or potentially masses these tanks play a pivotal role in accommodating the heightened frequency of testing the imperative to minimize road closures balancing Public Access
With testing requirements adds a layer of complexity to logistical considerations the tanks with their undisclosed purpose symbolize the evolving logistical intricacies inherent in spacex’s quest to propel the Starship program into a new era of space exploration and Innovation now
Let’s go through some updates from NASA NASA recently conducted a study to explore options for maintaining a National Laboratory in low earth orbit Al Leo once the International Space Station ISS is retired however the study didn’t recommend a specific option the report released on December
20th by NASA’s office of Technology policy and strategy is an initial assessment directed by the National Space Council the 154 page report looked into six models for a future National Lab in Leo which would utilize facilities on commercial space stations known as commercial
Leo destinations clds or other spacecraft these models ranged from NASA leasing space on a commercial station to providing grants for users to lease facilities on clds independently the study evaluated these models based on five criteria including NASA’s needs and Equity using
Three growth scenarios for overall commercial Leo activities cost considerations were not explicitly included the model that performed the best across all scenarios was the government research broker in this model NASA acts as a broker to organize the deployment of experiments on clds or other
Commercial spacecraft similar to NASA’s launch Services Program for acquiring launches according to the report the government research broker offers a reliable option for NASA to continue activities in Leo under any future scenario meeting most stakeholder driven performance criteria with the exception of Market sustainability as it May compete with
Clld providers in some aspects thanks for watching today’s episode don’t forget to subscribe and give us a thumbs up if you enjoyed it stay tuned for another great video tomorrow
8 Comments
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As a long term supporter of NASA and a taxpayer, I can't believe that NASA is willing to scrap the entire ISS system instead of looking for options for saving at least some of the ISS systems for future use!
Sem palavras sou fascinada por esse tema misterioso do espaço grata por poder assistir conhecimento e vida nos liberta sucesso no aguardo dos próximos
AI Lucas CJ does a great job explaining everything clearly and easy to follow along. Thanks for the updates!
Great job with the video really enjoy it Easy to follow-on without a lot of different b***** that other videos have. Please keep it up I subscribed 😊👌
THANK YOU
I thought at the pace spacex was testing they were busting for a new years day launch ! Just wishfull thinking again ! 😛
drop cartoon-boy.