“We’re going to try to do that next year,” Gerstenmaier said. “In 2026, that’ll be the focus, to get large-scale propellant transfer. If we’re going to leave Earth orbit, we’re going to need propellant transfer.” A view of a portion of Starship’s heat shield, including three experimental metallic tiles. Each tile is about the size of a dinner plate. Credit: …
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