Re:SpaceX Picks Rocket for First Relaunch
by Retric on Monday July 18, 2016 @10:35AM
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They would be well served by doing destructive tests on a wide range of components even if they pass inspection. Further, while a simple design this also means they are relatively cheap to manufacture.
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Re:SpaceX Picks Rocket for First Relaunch
by InclinedPlane on Monday July 18, 2016 @11:02PM
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It's possible that they've already reflown returned engines without telling anybody. There are some indications that this has happened, and it would be a fairly safe thing to do on some flights (since the Falcon 9 can deal with an engine out situation, even at T+0). It's likely they'll do just that with engines and other components in the future as well, such as landing legs and grid fins.