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China recovered its first reusable rocket and showed a new way to do it
China successfully recovered its first reusable rocket, advancing its space ambitions.
China's reusable rocket, launched from the Gobi Desert, landed vertically at a designated site. The breakthrough mirrors SpaceX's vertical landing technology, signalling Beijing's push for cost-effective space missions.
State media reported the rocket's first stage was fully reusable, reducing launch costs by up to 30%. Analysts suggest this could accelerate China's plans for crewed lunar missions.
Why it mattersReusable rockets lower the cost of space exploration, positioning China as a key player in the global space race.
Corroborated byBBC World
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