Elon Musk
@elonmusk · Aug 3, 2024
Raptor 3, SN1
Elon Musk
@elonmusk
The amount of work required to simplify the Raptor engine, internalize secondary flow paths and add regenerative cooling for exposed components was staggering.
As a result Raptor 3 doesn’t require any heat shield, eliminating heat shield mass & complexity, as well as the fire suppression system.
It is also lighter, has more thrust and has higher efficiency than Raptor 2.
Truly, a work of art.
04:54 AM · August 3, 2024 · 5.2M views
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