Rocket Report: Russia claims success with new ICBM; spaceplane déjà vu in Europe
Summary
Russia announced a successful test of its new long-range missile called the Sarmat, which can carry multiple nuclear warheads. Meanwhile, NASA and private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin are preparing new rockets for space missions, and an Indian startup, Skyroot Aerospace, is close to launching its first commercial rocket.Key Facts
- Russia tested its Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) successfully at a site in northern Russia.
- The Sarmat missile is designed to carry several nuclear warheads and evade missile defenses.
- Russia plans to deploy the Sarmat missile for active use later this year.
- NASA is assembling its third Space Launch System rocket at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
- SpaceX is preparing to launch its upgraded Starship Version 3 rocket from Texas.
- Blue Origin is working on its New Glenn rocket and Blue Moon lander for future missions.
- Indian company Skyroot Aerospace is close to launching its first orbital rocket, Vikram-1.
- Skyroot raised $60 million recently, valuing the company at $1.1 billion, and was started by a former Indian space agency engineer.
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