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地面系统故障 美“星舰”第十次试飞叫停
Nan Fang Du Shi Bao·2025-08-25 23:10

Core Viewpoint - The upcoming test flight of SpaceX's Starship, originally scheduled for the 24th, was canceled due to ground system failures, raising concerns about the rocket's reliability and the feasibility of future missions to the Moon and Mars [2][4]. Group 1: Test Flight Details - The tenth test flight aimed to achieve several objectives, including the controlled splashdown of the Super Heavy booster and the deployment of simulated satellites by the second stage of the spacecraft [4]. - Starship is approximately 120 meters tall and 9 meters in diameter, consisting of a 70-meter Super Heavy booster and the Starship spacecraft, both designed for reusability [4]. Group 2: Industry Perspectives - Industry analysts express skepticism regarding the reliability of Starship, noting that its multiple failures raise doubts about the U.S. plans to return to the Moon by 2027 and Elon Musk's ambitions for Mars exploration [5]. - Some experts argue that the design of Starship may be fundamentally flawed due to its lightweight structure, which has led to recent structural failures during test flights [5]. - Despite the challenges, some industry figures remain optimistic about SpaceX's commitment and potential for innovation in space exploration [5].