Blue Origin is investigating why a rocket engine exploded during testing
An investigation is still underway. Blue Origin says it has a"proximate cause" for the explosion, and is working on unspecified"remedial actions." The company will keep testing rockets and expects to meet its customers' engine demands, according to a spokesperson.
The explosion comes several months after a New Shepard rocket failure that was ultimately pinned on a bad engine nozzle. ULA has had its own share of trouble. A rocket's upper stage exploded in March, prompting an investigation and fixes that include thicker steel walls on the stage. However much the setback is affecting Blue Origin's production levels, it's not good news for a company whose business revolves around engines. ULA needs two BE-4 engines for every Vulcan rocket, while Blue Origin's upcoming
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