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Honda conducts successful launch and landing of experimental reusable rocket

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1355 points LorenDB | 1 comments | 17 Jun 25 15:02 UTC | HN request time: 0.521s | source
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brianbreslin ◴[17 Jun 25 15:49 UTC] No.44300568[source]▶
Is this a precursor to a viable alternative to any of SpaceX products?
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1. stego-tech ◴[17 Jun 25 15:54 UTC] No.44300617[source]▶
Not at this stage. Looks like they used a smaller rocket to test the core concepts involved, rather than build a huge, production-ready platform like SpaceX. Good to see Japanese industry still improving their self-reliance.