EQUIPEngadget · 2d ago
Here's how SpaceX plans to catch Starship's upper stage for the first time
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SpaceX released technical demonstrations detailing the planned recovery of the Starship upper stage using mechanical launch tower arms. The company intends to execute this inaugural capture attempt as early as next month to advance rocket reusability.
- 01SpaceX aims to catch the Starship upper stage using the launch tower mechanical arms
- 02The first recovery attempt for the upper stage is projected for next month
- 03Technical demonstrations confirm the company focus on achieving full vehicle reusability
- 04Upcoming flight tests will validate the precision landing capabilities of the Starship system
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SpaceX has released a demo showing how it intends to catch Starship's upper stage, which could happen as soon as next month.