Science and Exploration

Video: First Firing of Masten’s XA-0.1-E2 “Brutus” Engine

By Keith Cowing
May 24, 2013
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“This is the first engine fire of XA-0.1-E2 “Brutus”. The crew of Masten Space Systems is very happy with the performance of this first firing. After several more tied down engine tests, we will start flying the vehicle on a tether to verify its navigation skills. Free flights will follow after the tethered tests. Visit our web site at http://www.masten-space.com for more information. Media, contact us for high resolution photos and video.”

“This is the first engine fire of XA-0.1-E2 “Brutus”. The crew of Masten Space Systems is very happy with the performance of this first firing. After several more tied down engine tests, we will start flying the vehicle on a tether to verify its navigation skills. Free flights will follow after the tethered tests. Visit our web site at http://www.masten-space.com for more information. Media, contact us for high resolution photos and video.”

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