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China’s new 5-meter composite rocket module signals a faster push toward reusable launch systems
China has unveiled a five-meter-wide composite propulsion module, the largest integrated composite aerospace structure manufactured domestically, in a move widely seen as part of its drive toward reusable Long March 10
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- China unveiled a five-meter-wide composite propulsion module described as its largest integrated composite aerospace structure manufactured domestically.
- The prototype was completed in seven months and uses more than 60% composite material to cut weight while handling heavy axial loads.
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