SpaceX Reveals NEW Pad Upgrade For Starship Launch, Unlike Any Others...

SpaceX Reveals NEW Pad Upgrade For Starship Launch, Unlike Any Others...
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SpaceX Reveals NEW Pad Upgrade For Starship Launch, Unlike Any Others...
If SpaceX's Starship Block 2 version represents a technological leap in rocket technology, then the new launch pad also is a groundbreaking revolution in this field.
Not only does it improve the speed and construction techniques, but the new launch pad also advances toward an unprecedented design. It will even feature changes that none of us dared to imagine before.
So, how has the upgraded launch pad evolved compared to the old one?
Let’s find out on today’s episode of Alpha Tech.
In just 4 months, SpaceX rapidly and efficiently assembled its second launch tower. This new engineering structure serves as a significant milestone in the development of the Starship program, marking the beginning of a new era with more advanced and frequent launches.
To complete the structure of a 'spaceport,' SpaceX is continuing the construction of the Orbital Launch Mount (OLM), which plays a critical role in this effort.
SpaceX Reveals NEW Pad Upgrade For Starship Launch, Unlike Any Others...
The OLM is the foundational support system for Starship during launch and pre-launch operations. Its function extends beyond just providing stability; it also facilitates refueling, pre-flight preparations, and safety protocols, making it an essential component in SpaceX’s mission to revolutionize space travel. As the company aims for ambitious goals, including the colonization of Mars, the OLM will become even more vital in supporting the operational demands of frequent and complex spaceflights.
Previously, SpaceX's launch mount was a traditional structure fixed to the ground, but the design for the second launch pad incorporates smart innovations. The traditional OLM was primarily designed to provide stability during launches, with its core function being to support the Starship rocket, assist with refueling, and manage pre-launch preparations. While effective, its fixed nature limits its adaptability and flexibility.
SpaceX Reveals NEW Pad Upgrade For Starship Launch, Unlike Any Others...
Once the rocket is launched, the structure remains in place, requiring extensive maintenance and refurbishments before it can be reused, potentially leading to longer downtimes between missions.
Recognizing the need for a more dynamic system, SpaceX may have introduced the concept of a mobile OLM, which offers significant potential benefits. Unlike its static predecessor, the mobile OLM can be repositioned, allowing for faster and more efficient maintenance without disrupting other launch operations. This flexibility could revolutionize SpaceX's launch operations by minimizing downtime and enabling a higher frequency of launches.
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[@kevinbindel6774]

Let spacex build the space station it will be fast under budget and most important it will work

[@aboucard93]

What's the point of flying flight 5 without catching the booster?

[@topandeneil]

The first OLM is hardly "traditional", as you call it; rather, it was a one-off idea, and not a good one. The new OLM is in fact designed to be much more traditional, starting with the use of an actual flame trench.

[@MichaelCarriger]

You only have to look at the system now at Massey to see where SpaceX is going with the new launch tower infrastructure. With a flame trench and mobile transporter systems, NASA really needs SpaceX to come in and take over launch systems.

[@clarencehopkins7832]

Excellent stuff bro, go Elon

[@SeanBotha]

So basically back to flame trench

[@JimmyRussell-c2s]

People cry Babying about non existent polution

[@thunderamu9543]

NASA perfected this configuration in the 60s with Apollo. Nice to see a return of tried and true tech! SLC-39 A & B are still in operation with those huge flame trenches. My money says SpaceX will improve upon that design.

[@jeffreydavis1846]

Space X a leader in space travel Elon Musk will never fail everyone else will never caught up Tesla is making a better future for everyone

[@nealmacdonald8191]

Axiom space suits look just like the old bulky out of date NASA suits with a "steamer trunk" on the back of it. LOL The cost of building a garage door big enough to exit the Space ship would be a huge expense in itself.

[@stephenwilliams8875]

Why do you repeat yourself so much?

[@fionajack9160]

Only a finite amount to say, but need to post daily for clicks and dollars

[@TrustGodsLove2024]

When thinking about the catch tower and olm I have thought about tossing a toddler from Dad to Mom or Mom to Dad The hands need to adjust The footing needs to move The arms need to be able to quickly react to the change in weight The child is highly valuable and so is Super heavy😅

[@nealmacdonald8191]

That's why the Starship has Rocket engines. To slow downward motion to a standstill then sideways thrusters to wiggle it's way precisely into place. Maybe you should apply for a job at SpaceX so can can show them your way of doing the same thing.

[@JamesSullivanCandiEyeStudio]

If building the next Space Station relies on Harry's Blue Organ, it will be 2050, and China would have landed on Mars and built a colony on the Moon. Why does Blue keep getting contracts when it's yet to fulfil one of them? 😂

[@wendellkeith2569]

I fear that most of Elon's Star Base will be destroyed by the Huricane's flood surge. They're talking 10 to 14 feet surge going way inland.

[@fw1421]

It’s not coming ashore anywhere Boca Chica. They’re safe for now. But having a facility like this in a part of the Gulf Coast was not a wise move. At some point a hurricane will hit that area and it will be ugly.

[@devoof]

Say that the hurricane Beryl

[@nealmacdonald8191]

I think SpaceX already knows what happened to the Starship that landed in the ocean and was just recently recovered.

[@peterclarke3020]

Probably not in enough detail as yet..

[@nealmacdonald8191]

@@peterclarke3020 No but they have a good idea from watching the videos

[@XCX237]

Now's the time for SpaceX to buy axiom

[@peterclarke3020]

So this is where the ‘Spaceships landing on pyramids idea comes from…’ ? ;)

[@guillermohermosa1717]

That lauanch pad new design probably will success for being movable but there is still time delay on repairs, not like to be separated with a very distance mounting and get away quickly to massive fire produce by rocket nozzle.

[@garylester3976]

Gee? never dared to imagine? if you dig back thru my writs here on Alpha Tech theres mention of a launch mount where the thrust force is contained by connecting the mount to a base rather than pilings into the ground. That the thrust pushes against the base plate, which is pretty good for friction connection towards down... Have also mentioned launch mount componants that are able to be changed out for refurbishment. That was on a sea launch writ... 🤭 Glad to see they are working those directions that "Nobody" dared to imagine. Now if they'll just start thinking about that tower, and all that waste heat from the rocket exhaust, and that it would easily power a flash boiler, and a steam catapult system to give the ships some lift assist when they are using the most fuel to fight stationary innertia... Would mean increased payloads for same fuel use. Real Engineers like using wasted energy, the results are called: "Efficiency".... 🤣Just sayin'

[@markhuebner7580]

Great perspective on at least one Moslem

[@Scuffed_Andy]

Mobile not mobil.

[@MichaelCarriger]

SpaceX should enter into discussions with Axiom. SpaceX should take a major shareholder if not out right ownership of Axiom. Then SpaceX could combine the space suit design and manufacturing. The Axiom space station needs to be completed.

[@peterclarke3020]

SpaceX has its own spacesuit design, which it’s continuing to progress.

[@ruthlemler2726]

Now if our government would just let it fly😢

[@alphatech4966]

then it will be awesome

[@jeffreydavis1846]

Trump and Elon Musk 🇺🇸🤩👍

[@peterclarke3020]

@@jeffreydavis1846Bad combo..

[@vmoutsop]

Ground breaking, revolutionary, unprecedented, never dared to imagine? How about all this hyperbole that we hear everyday ??????

[@PyroRob69]

The engines were at 2000F or 3000F and they hit 50F water. What do you think would happen?

[@peterclarke3020]

They were bringing cooled by Liquid Methane (minus 160 deg C) at the time..

[@nealmacdonald8191]

Can't wait to see Elon's version of Star Trek's "Planet Killer" which will be more of a Starship "Space Junk Eater" Talk about major space pollution needing vacuuming up.

[@peterclarke3020]

That has to come later… ;)

[@nealmacdonald8191]

@@peterclarke3020 I know I saw the little video of "the concept"

[@l0rdcroissant]

I'm curious how much they've paid themselves since no mention of that ;)

[@BRAHHHHHH]

Elon Musk->(‿ˠ‿) Ɑ͞ ̶͞ ̶͞ ̶͞ لں͞