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China performs high altitude reusable rocket test with uncertain outcome

The article from SpaceNews discusses a recent test of a reusable rocket by China's CAS Space, which took place at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. The test involved a rocket reaching an altitude of 10 kilometers, but the outcome of the test remains uncertain as there has been no official confirmation on whether the rocket successfully landed or was recovered. The test is part of China's broader efforts to develop reusable launch vehicle technology, aiming to reduce the costs of space launches. The rocket in question, named "Lijian-1," is designed to be reusable, similar to SpaceX's Falcon 9, but details on its performance and the specifics of the test were not fully disclosed. This test follows previous attempts by China to advance its reusable rocket technology, indicating a competitive push in the global space industry to achieve cost-effective and sustainable space travel.

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