France has launched into the space race with Orbital Baguette One, a reusable rocket with a name that nods to its cultural heritage and pop culture. Developed by the start-up HyPrSpace, this small launcher utilizes innovative hybrid propulsion and aims to provide cost-effective satellite launches. The project backed by President Macron has received significant government funding and aims to become a prominent player in the booming satellite market. With test flights planned from military bases, it marks a pivotal moment for French space endeavors.
France has officially entered the space race with a rocket named Orbital Baguette One. The name is not just a nod to one of France's most iconic exports, but also a wink to Star Wars, with the OB-1 abbreviation paying a playful tribute to Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Backed by President Emmanuel Macron and developed by a start-up called HyPrSpace, Orbital Baguette One is a small, reusable suborbital launcher that promises cheap and eco-friendly satellite transport.
The rocket uses what HyPrSpace calls 'revolutionary hybrid propulsion,' powered by a mix of liquid and solid propellants, some made from recycled plastic. There are no turbo-pumps, and the chamber is pressurised with helium, which the company says helps keep costs low.
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