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Ship 39 cryoproof operations complete, the first campaign with a next generation Starship V3. Engineers tested the vehicle’s redesigned propellant system and structural strength, including squeeze tests to mimic the forces of future ship catches

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SpaceX has successfully completed cryoproof operations for Ship 39, marking the first campaign with a next-generation Starship V3. Engineers tested the vehicle's redesigned propellant system and structural strength through squeeze tests. These tests simulated the forces of future ship catches, providing crucial data for future Starship development.

r/SpaceX·x.com·Mar 8, 2026·1 min read·157 pts
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