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Elon Musk Gives Exclusive Tour of SpaceX’s New ‘Starfactory’

Elon Musk Gives Exclusive Tour of SpaceX’s New ‘Starfactory’

June 24, 2024 By Peter Leave a Comment

Elon Musk recently provided a YouTuber with an inside look at SpaceX's state-of-the-art rocket production facility, known as the Starfactory.

Transforming Starbase into Starfactory

Located in south Texas, Starbase has undergone a remarkable transformation in just a few years. What was once primarily tents has now evolved into a sprawling facility that Musk believes will revolutionize production processes.

Serialized Production for the Future

Musk shared his vision for the Starfactory, emphasizing the potential for serialized production of rockets, particularly the ship component. The goal? To eventually produce up to a thousand ships annually.

Exploring the Megabay and Next-Gen Raptor Engines

During the tour, Musk showcased key areas of the factory, including the Megabay housing three booster rockets. Viewers also got a close-up look at the innovative Raptor engines powering the Starship's Super Heavy booster.

Innovative Engine Design

Musk detailed the new design of the next-generation Raptor engine, highlighting its unique cooling system that eliminates the need for a traditional heat shield. Despite its simple exterior, the engine boasts intricate internal cooling circuits.

Future of Starfactory

The tour also included a preview of the brand-new Starfactory, set to feature multiple production stations upon completion. Musk expressed confidence that the currently empty site would be fully operational with equipment within three months.

With the Starfactory, SpaceX aims to transition from makeshift production setups to a dedicated facility focused on advancing the Starship program.

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By: insider@insider.com (Jaures Yip)
Title: Elon Musk Gives Exclusive Tour of SpaceX’s New ‘Starfactory’
Sourced From: www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-spacex-starfactory-tour-2024-6
Published Date: Mon, 24 Jun 2024 16:50:53 +0000

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