Hyperbola-3 second-stage common-bulkhead tank passes cryogenic static testing
58 FOMOThe second-stage common-bulkhead tank passed a cryogenic static test covering multiple load conditions and operational scenarios. The test also evaluated the pressurisation and propellant-feed system and compatibility with associated electrical equipment. The company reported that all measurements met design expectations and that the tank had reached flight-test readiness.
Why it matters
Cryogenic qualification is a critical step for a large LOX-methane vehicle. This test provides evidence of progress in both tank design and the manufacturing processes needed for the reusable launch programme.
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IT之家 ·
二子级贮箱全面具备飞行试验条件:星际荣耀 SQX-3 二子级共底贮箱低温静力试验圆满成功Interstellar Glory completed a cryogenic static test of the Hyperbola-3 second-stage common-bulkhead propellant tank. The tank measures 4.2 metres in diameter and approximately 11 metres in length. Testing covered pressure, axial compression, bending and concentrated-load conditions across ground and flight operations, alongside pressurisation and feed-system validation.
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IT之家 ·
海南商发二号发射工位首次验证“四缸”技术,为更大火箭发射铺路The second launch pad at Hainan Commercial Space Launch Site successfully completed its first four-cylinder hydraulic erection-system test using an Interstellar Glory Hyperbola-3 pathfinder vehicle. The exercise validated loaded erection, rapid rollback and coordination between the rocket and ground support equipment. The test was intended to prepare the pad for larger and heavier launch vehicles.
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CRI / Hainan Daily ·
星际荣耀双曲线三号运载火箭首飞任务再添关键保障,地面系统第二阶段联调试验圆满完成Interstellar Glory completed the second phase of Hyperbola-3 ground-system integration testing at Hainan Commercial Space Launch Site. The campaign began January 28 and concluded February 3, covering unladen and vehicle-loaded erection, launch-table interfaces, rapid rollback and other operational sequences. The company said all test data met design requirements.
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The second-stage common-bulkhead tank passed a cryogenic static test covering multiple load conditio