Relativity Space to Launch World's First Fully 3D-Printed Rocket Tonight.

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Relativity Space will attempt to launch its Terran 1 rocket, composed of about 85% 3D printed parts, for the third time on Wednesday evening from Florida. The company hopes to eventually additively manufacture as much as 95% of its rockets. The test flight, named "Good Luck, Have Fun," will carry no customer payloads and overall success is unlikely. Relativity is pushing boundaries with its methane-fueled booster, and the biggest test is whether the 3D-printed structure can withstand the dynamic pressure of ascent through the lower atmosphere.
- Relativity Space hopes to live additively ever after with Wednesday’s launch Ars Technica
- Good weather expected for Relativity Space's late-night launch attempt – Spaceflight Now Spaceflight Now
- Watch Relativity Space launch world's 1st 3D-printed rocket tonight (March 22) Space.com
- First fully 3D-printed rocket set for Wednesday night launch from Florida’s Space Coast WFTV Orlando
- Relativity Space lines up night launch attempt for its 3rd try to send up 3D-printed rocket Orlando Sentinel
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