December 23, 2024

Elon Musk shows off massive Starship, the world’s tallest rocket, ahead of SpaceX update

Thats more than 30 feet (9 m) taller than NASAs huge Saturn V moon rocket.Musk posted the pictures overnight with no comment, obviously to let the epic scope of the sight sink in as the billionaire prepares to provide a major update tonight on SpaceXs Starship program. SpaceX is anticipated to webcast the Starship update, which youll be able to see here if its available, starting at about 9 p.m. EST (0200 GMT). The company will introduce the massive rocket from its Starbase center utilizing Super Heavy, itself a huge rocket that stands 230 feet (70 m) tall.The Starship currently on SpaceXs test pad is called SN20, signifying its role as SpaceXs 20th Starship prototype.

Thats more than 30 feet (9 m) taller than NASAs huge Saturn V moon rocket.Musk posted the images over night with no remark, obviously to let the epic scope of the sight sink in as the billionaire prepares to offer a significant update tonight on SpaceXs Starship program. SpaceX is anticipated to webcast the Starship update, which youll be able to see here if its available, beginning at about 9 p.m. EST (0200 GMT). The company will introduce the massive rocket from its Starbase facility utilizing Super Heavy, itself a giant rocket that stands 230 feet (70 m) tall.The Starship presently on SpaceXs test pad is called SN20, representing its function as SpaceXs 20th Starship prototype.