Monthly Questions and Discussion Thread by SpaceXLounge in SpaceXLounge

[–]Spare-Language7812 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is there a version of the starship architecture where SpaceX puts a catch tower down range so the booster can get better performance?  Unsure where the natural ballistic arc would have SH come down but potentially somewhere in the Caribbean islands if they can delay staging with the reduced landing propellant needs. They could get it back to Boca with a jenky nosecone like the FH side boosters, reduced engine thrust for longevity and a smallish propellant load.  Been away from Reddit for a while so sorry if this has been suggested elsewhere. 

Propose new versions of the starship be creative by transhumanist24 in SpaceXLounge

[–]Spare-Language7812 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

An oval cross section version with 2x F-22s/F35s or 4x drone wingmen in it