A Chinese space startup, Deep Blue Aerospace, recently conducted a high-altitude test flight of its Nebula-1 rocket, achieving 10 out of 11 objectives before a fiery finale. Despite the vehicle disintegrating on landing, the company showcased transparency by quickly sharing a detailed statement and video of the event, setting itself apart in the competitive aerospace industry.
The high-altitude test flight, which reached about 5 kilometers, demonstrated significant progress for Deep Blue Aerospace, revealing lessons learned that the company plans to implement in future attempts. With another test flight scheduled for as soon as November, the industry eagerly observes how the startup works to emulate the successful vertical landing techniques pioneered by SpaceX.
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