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The news of the failure of the Falcon 9's attempt to use a second-hand rocket to re-launch the experiment soon spread, and the media in the science and technology circle immediately carried out text news reports.

The live broadcast of the launch is still not over, and it is unlikely that the broadcast will be shut down halfway because of a failed launch. It has often failed before, and it is not so glassy. After all, commercial private companies are different from countries.

Soon after, Elon Musk finally appeared, accompanied by media reporters who arrived on the scene to repay.

Luo Sheng, who was watching the live broadcast, saw Elon Musk being interviewed by media reporters under the camera. Musk was very calm and smiled slightly during the interview, but the smile on his face was a bit strong. The smell of laughter.

Tang Xin found that Luo Sheng, who was watching the press conference at this moment, was happily like a baby, and sometimes she couldn't help but sigh that men only grow old but never grow up.

"The problem is preliminarily determined that the greater impulse and heat entered the engine compartment, causing the central engine TVC to malfunction and eventually explode, but there may also be other reasons. We will conduct further investigations for specific failures, but as long as it is not damaged The launch platform is not too bad."

Having said this, Elon Musk added calmly: "Success is undoubtedly a great launch, and failure is also the best firework show."

A reporter hurriedly asked: "Mr. Musk, do you have anything to say about the upcoming launch experiment of China's Star Arrow International?"

Hearing this, Elon Musk scolded these damn reporters who really didn't open the pot, and said with a calm smile on the surface:

"good luck."

After saying a blessing, Elon Musk refused to comment further and stopped answering reporters’ questions, and left the scene.

The $62 million fireworks show is a bit expensive, and the Silicon Valley Iron Man has to go to the toilet to feel his tears.

It is impossible to say that Elon Musk is not distressed. He is not as rich as Luo Sheng. Not only did he not get the title of being the first successful recovery of a second-hand rocket this time, he also had the success rate of Falcon 9 launch. Will be pulled down, and for the commercial launch market will also fluctuate in confidence in SpaceX.

The key is that he also anticipated that Luo Sheng, who learned the news at this moment, would probably be so happy.

And this may not be the most uncomfortable part of Elon Musk. The real uncomfortable thing is probably the launch plan of Star Arrow International. He is "blessing" Luo Sheng for this launch and also a fireworks display.

This round is not counted, let's start again.

In the follow-up live broadcast, Luo Sheng has not paid attention anymore. After putting on the laptop, the people in the early morning are happy and happy. As for Elon Musk’s blessing... Luo Sheng thinks this might have to be understood in reverse.

After all, this is a blessing from international friends and businessmen who dare not accept it, and cannot accept it.

After a while, Luo Sheng suddenly turned his head to stare at Tang Xin: "Next, it's time to perform our launch mission,"

Tang Xin's shiny eyes rolled, and immediately smiled: "Are you sure that the remaining fuel is enough for another launch mission?"

Luo Sheng nodded very affirmatively: "Just kidding, that's enough, come on, don't miss the launch window."

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With the passage of time, news of the massacre of the Falcon 9 second-hand rocket reuse recovery launch experiment has spread one after another, and the domestic netizens are also concerned about this matter with a happy attitude.

The heated discussion on this matter will inevitably shift the topic to the next "Star Arrow 1703" launch experiment. Everyone knows that Star Arrow International and SpaceX are competing over and under the covers, and they all want to compete for the first successful recovery. The title of "Used Rockets".

At the moment, SpaceX is not making history, but has presented a sky-high pyrotechnic show worth $62 million to the world, which is basically out.

But it is not without chance. As long as the launch of "Star Arrow 1703" fails, it is still unknown who will win the title. At present, it will undoubtedly leave a much-anticipated suspense for melon-eaters all over the world, and let more His eyes focused on the live broadcast of the launch experiment of "Star Arrow 1703".

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The next day, dawn broke.

In the outer safe area of ​​the launch platform, thousands of tourists have gathered at this moment. They all came with the same purpose, which is to watch the upcoming "Star Arrow 1703" recoverable rocket.

Some people use smartphones to shoot videos, but there are also some local tyrants and photography enthusiasts. At the moment, there are many cameras in the outer security area, just like long guns and short cannons. Of course, there are also media reporters who come to the scene, both domestic and foreign. .

The launch is also live-streamed globally. Domestic audiences can watch it on Bluestar Video. The internationally-oriented and the world's largest streaming video website BV Video Network also has an official live broadcast channel that is open to the entire launch.

It also includes other emerging live broadcast platforms that can broadcast for free.

"Star Arrow 1703" will be launched on time at 6:57. At this moment, people in the outer area can clearly see "Star Arrow 1703" standing on the launch platform from a distance.

The overall height of this rocket is 78.5 meters, compared to 70 meters for the rival Falcon 9.

In terms of load.

The Xingjian heavy rocket can deliver 25 tons of payload to low earth orbit, 9.1 tons of payload to the geosynchronous transfer orbit, and 4.6 tons of payload to Mars orbit;

The Falcon 9 can deliver 22.8 tons of payload to low earth orbit, 8.3 tons of payload to the geosynchronous transfer orbit, and 4.2 tons of payload to Mars orbit.

There is no doubt that once the Star Arrow heavy rocket is finalized, its carrying capacity will surpass the Falcon 9 as the rocket with the largest carrying capacity in the world's active rockets.

In terms of launch quality, the Star Arrow heavy rocket is 885 tons, and the Falcon 9 is 550 tons.

In terms of launch cost, the Star Arrow heavy rocket is slightly more expensive, at US$68.5 million, while the launch cost of the Falcon 9 is US$62 million, but the launch cost is more than 30% cheaper than traditional rockets of the same level.

Both rockets are recyclable and reusable. As long as the launch frequency and number of launches are increased, the average cost will be greatly reduced.

In terms of launch frequency, Falcon 9 can achieve a frequency of once a week, while Star Arrow International's Star Arrow heavy rocket can achieve a frequency of once every five days.

The launch frequency of a rocket is related to production capacity and demand, especially production capacity, which has to be maintained. The ultimate dream of recyclable rockets is to quickly take over the launch mission after the rocket is launched and recovered.

Star Arrow International hopes that its single recoverable rocket can be launched again within half a month, rather than now that it has been more than nine months since the last recovery.

The longer the period, the higher the cost. In the future, if you want to build a space ladder, the launch frequency may be carried out every day. If the launch period of a single rocket is too long, you will increase the time cost and save time cost. Just make more rockets and launch them in turn, which obviously increases economic costs.

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At about 6:25, Luo Sheng arrived at the flight control center at the launch site. Rows of staff sat in the control hall, all staring at their screen data, performing their duties and responsible for their own work.

Everyone is very attentive, because this launch mission is too important, and everyone knows that the SpaceX next door has overturned, and it also gives everyone a warning.

Luo Sheng basically came here to take a look. It is more a matter of attitude when people come to the scene. After all, it is the big boss of Star Arrow International.

At this moment, the launch has entered the countdown within the last half an hour, and the specific countdown scalar is displayed in the corner of the main screen of the flight control center.

Yang Jianan came to Luo Sheng: "Mr. Luo, do you know the news about the failed Falcon 9 launch?"

Luo Sheng smiled and nodded: "I saw the explosion in the live broadcast, sorry."

regret?

Seeing that the big benefactor was so happy, Yang Jianan had no choice but to regret that he was happy, and he understood very well. After all, there is nothing more fascinating than watching competitors deflate.

The nature of human beings really likes to hurt each other.

But on the other hand, Yang Jian’an’s heart is more worried. The old pressure dissipated with the failure of the Falcon 9 launch, but the new pressure also followed. The failure of the Falcon 9 launch must also give them. Brings new pressure.

It is worth mentioning that, compared with the Falcon 9 rocket, the appearance of Star Arrow 1703 also has the genetic shadow of its own traditional rocket "CZ" series, which is clearly distinguishable from international rockets.

This is normal. China's aerospace science and technology are completely independently developed and explored step by step. In fact, domestic astronauts do not want to learn from foreign technology and take less detours, but they can guard you in all aspects.

The talents of Star Arrow International are basically domestic talents. It is normal to have the shadow of the "CZ" series. Obviously, it is also a completely independent technology with its own standard system.

Luo Sheng said jokingly: "Lao Yang, I'll leave it to you for the specific tasks of the launch. I'll just wait for the moment of success to come, and then hold a media conference to deal with the reporters. This matter is left to me."

Well, to put it another way, you do what you do, and I will pretend to be X. Everyone will perform their duties.

Old and perfect.

As time goes by, fuel has already been injected into the rocket, and all parties are ready, including a huge barge in the Western Pacific as an offshore recovery platform and it is also ready to communicate with the flight control center around the clock. Unblocked.

The Star Arrow ignition launch enters the final countdown phase of 30 seconds.

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