Elon Musk's Starship blew up again - and our prospects of mining the moon hang in the balance
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SpaceX's Starship has again failed during its test flight, causing concerns within the space industry given its importance for lunar exploration and commercialization. With its capability to transport heavy payloads effectively and its reusability, Starship is crucial for businesses looking to exploit lunar resources. Experts emphasize that while Elon Musk aims for Mars, the moon offers the greatest near-term business potential. Despite recent failures, many believe that Starship represents a groundbreaking leap in space travel technology.
Starship's critical failures illustrate the challenges of a highly ambitious project where success is imperative for the burgeoning commercial lunar economy.
Leroy Chiao calls Starship 'the most exciting thing' since the Apollo era, highlighting its potential to revolutionize space travel.
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