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Re:Starcloud says 1 launch, $8M but ISS tech says 17 launche... by andreasmetsala on Friday June 27, 2025 @07:38AM (#44395969)
What makes the economics better in space?

Are there any unique use-cases waiting to be unleashed?

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Re:Starcloud says 1 launch, $8M but ISS tech says 17 launche... by HPsquared on Friday June 27, 2025 @07:45AM (#44396001)
Regular maintenance methods are cheap on earth and infeasible in space.

Keep in mind economics is all about allocation of scarce resources with alternative uses.

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