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Shotwell Says Rapid Turnaround Key To SpaceX Reusability Efforts

Monday, April 10th, 2017

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.--Turning around a rocket and reflying as soon as possible is key to Space Exploration Technology Corp.’s (SpaceX) rocket reusability efforts, according to a key official.SpaceX Chief Operating Officer Gwynne Shotwell said April 5 minimal refurbishment of engines is critical to rapid reusability. She said, in addition, the company must land the stage, perform critical checks and inspections, refuel and then launch. Shotwell said SpaceX’s goal is to refly a rocket within 24 hours. Shotwell said SpaceX “of…

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