SpaceX is making significant progress on upgrades and preparations for the next generation of Starship, including developments at the Star base site, installation of new hardware, and preparations for upcoming missions and construction projects
Questions to inspire discussion
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What upgrades is SpaceX making to the Starship?
—SpaceX is making upgrades to the orbital tank farm and booster 10 is nearing completion, with new developments at the Star base site and early installation of windows on the new Mega Bay.
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What preparations is SpaceX making for the next generation of Starship?
—SpaceX is making preparations for the next generation of Starship, including setting up a new concrete wall and moving the rear hood of the booster quick disconnect.
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What hints did Elon Musk give about the next generation of Starship?
—Elon Musk hinted at the next generation of Starship with larger propellant tanks, reduced dry mass, and improved reliability.
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What progress is being made on the construction at the launch site?
—Progress is being made on the construction of the new building and tank farm at the launch site, with workers installing metal studs, windows, and piping.
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What upcoming missions is SpaceX preparing for?
—SpaceX is preparing for upcoming missions with Falcon heavy rocket static fire test and booster recovery support for starlink launch.
Key Insights
- 🚀 Milestones with upgrades to the orbital tank farm being made booster 10 nearing completion as well as an interesting update from Elon about the future of Starship.
- 🌙 Booster 10's latest stay in Mega Bay 1 lasted only 4 hours, indicating potential rapid progress in SpaceX's operations.
- 🛠️ Booster 10 was secured on the new transport stand and rolled out of Mega Bay 1 after post-launch repairs.
- 🚀 Most of the hardware for the unassembled top two sections have been shipped to Starbase, crews could be seen working in the area likely making sure the section is ready for a sea voyage to Texas in the near future.
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00:00 🚀 SpaceX is making upgrades and preparations for the next generation of Starship, with progress on booster 10, new developments at the Star base site, and installation of new hardware.
- SpaceX is making upgrades to the orbital tank farm and booster 10 is nearing completion, with new developments at the Star base site and early installation of windows on the new Mega Bay.
- Progress is being made on the new walls and gate at the launch site, with a concrete beam poured and crews painting the wall, as well as a new piece of hardware being installed onto one of the Chopstick arms.
- SpaceX is making preparations for the next generation of Starship, including setting up a new concrete wall and moving the rear hood of the booster quick disconnect.
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02:41 🚀 Elon Musk hints at the next generation of Starship with larger propellant tanks, reduced dry mass, and improved reliability.
- The building has been damaged in flight tests and workers are removing cladding and roofing, while also finishing the wiring of lights on the new Gateway to Mars sign.
- Elon Musk hints at the next generation of Starship with larger propellant tanks, reduced dry mass, and improved reliability.
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04:51 🚀 SpaceX made progress on the construction of the new building and tank farm at the launch site, and the new generation of booster transport stands were rolled into Mega Bay 1.
- The new Gateway To Mars sign was switched on, improving the vibe when approaching the launch site after dark, and the new generation of booster transport stands made their way to the ringyard before being rolled into Mega Bay 1.
- Progress is being made on the construction of the new building and tank farm at the launch site, with workers installing metal studs, windows, and piping.
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06:52 🚀 SpaceX moved the quick disconnect arm and booster 10, upgraded ground stations, and received steel for Star Factory expansion.
- The ship quick disconnect arm was moved away from the tower, likely testing the arms out, and booster 10 was secured on a new transport stand and rolled out of Mega Bay 1.
- Booster moved to Rocket Garden, Starbase ground stations upgraded, steel delivery for star Factory expansion, concrete beams removed at Cape Canaveral.
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08:33 🚀 SpaceX prepares for upcoming missions with Falcon heavy rocket test and booster recovery, successfully launching starlink group 6-31 Mission and preparing for the return of Falcon 9 booster 1078.
- SpaceX prepares for upcoming missions with Falcon heavy rocket static fire test and booster recovery support for starlink launch.
- Booster 1062 finished processing and was returned to space refurbishment facilities, fairing Hales were recovered, and a new Dockside crane was installed for laying down new Glenn boosters.
- SpaceX successfully launched the starlink group 6-31 Mission and is preparing for the return of the Falcon 9 booster 1078.
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11:36 🚀 SpaceX is preparing for upcoming launches and construction projects, including a new crew access Tower and using the Star factory for Falcon 9 payload integration.
- SpaceX is preparing for upcoming Falcon Heavy launch and construction of second mobile launcher for Artemis 2, while also working on new crew access Tower to support Dragon launch.
- Action around pre-fabricated tower sections and vertical tanks being moved, with SpaceX using Star factory for Falcon 9 payload integration.
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13:39 🚀 SpaceX is making progress on the construction of new facilities and the project Comet payload processing facility for Amazon's Kyper satellites.
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14:43 🚀 SpaceX and Starbase weekly update: Crews working on interior fit out, new Glenn breakover fixture spotted, first Vulcan rocket out to the pad, and submarine tied up at Port Canaveral.
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