The text discusses the recent changes and updates related to SpaceX's Starship 25 and its upcoming launch. It highlights the discovery of holes in the aft section of the ship, which are believed to be venting holes. These holes are designed to pump out the space above the engine shielding with carbon dioxide, preventing the accumulation of hazardous gases like oxygen or methane vapors that could potentially damage or destroy the engines.
The text also mentions the removal of the super heavy stabilization pins that were anchoring Booster 9 to the launch mount. It speculates that these pins will be installed post-wet dress rehearsal, with safety pins that prevent accidental detonation remaining in place until just hours before the flight.
The text provides updates on the construction of the Star Factory, SpaceX's future mass production facility, and the expansion of the Starbase. It also discusses the relocation of the ground fabrication building and ongoing excavation work near the blast pad used for FTS system testing, suggesting the potential construction of a new test stand.
The text also mentions the launch of the second stage of the Trench Zero Mission, which deployed 10 transport layer satellites and two tracking layer satellites. It highlights the significance of this launch as the 61st Falcon flight for 2023, matching the 61 Falcon launches conducted by SpaceX in 2022. The text also mentions Elon Musk's ambitious plans to ramp up the launch rate to 10 Falcon 9s per month by the end of the year and 12 monthly launches by 2024.
Lastly, the text discusses the development of the Dream Chaser by Sierra Space and its potential inaugural launch in early 2024. It also highlights the recovery of Starfish Space's technology demonstrator, Utter Pop, after it spun out of control during the Transporter 8 mission.
1. Starship 25 has experienced major last-minute changes.
2. There are signs of a Starship launch soon.
3. SpaceX has hit a massive milestone.
4. Chaser update and an emotional satellite rescue mission have been mentioned.
5. The document mentions an update at the orbital launch site.
6. It has been over a week since the last static fire of booster 9.
7. There are signs that a launch attempt could be days away.
8. The super heavy stabilization pins have been removed.
9. The main component ship 25 has yet to make its appearance at the launch site.
10. The document provides insight into why it takes SpaceX so long.
11. The document reveals that ship 25 appears to have holes in its aft section.
12. The holes are venting holes meant to allow the purging of the space above the engine shielding with carbon dioxide.
13. There is a risk that some oxygen or methane vapors could accumulate there if ignited.
14. These vapors have the potential to seriously damage or destroy the engines.
15. The additional piping and newly added holes are designed to flood the area above the engines with CO2.
16. The document mentions that the launch license could appear out of nowhere.
17. The document mentions that the facility could be operational by the end of the year.
18. The document reveals that the ground fabrication building was originally situated at the build site.
19. The document mentions that the facility is hosting three prototypes.
20. The document mentions that the facility is home to multiple tests.
21. The document mentions that the facility is the site of the second launch of the trench zero Mission.
22. The document mentions that the second stage was carrying a payload of 13 satellites designed for the trans zero constellation.
23. The document mentions that the mission was the 61st Falcon flight for 2023.
24. The document mentions that SpaceX plans to ramp up the launch rate to 10 Falcon 9s per month by the end of this year.
25. The document mentions that Sierra space has an Expendable cargo module known as the shooting star.
26. The document mentions that the cargo module solar array is now installed.
27. The document mentions that the inaugural launch of Dream Chaser is slated for early 2024.
28. The document mentions that the spacecraft changed its position and power was restored.
29. The document mentions that the onboard computer temporarily shut down due to low solar exposure.