HKChina successfully recovered its Long March-10B rocket using a large net on a ship in the South China Sea, marking the first time an orbital-class rocket outside the U.S. has been returned intact. This method differs from those used by SpaceX and Blue Origin, which rely on landing legs. According to the China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT), this approach reduces the rocket's weight, potentially increasing its payload capacity. However, details about the cost of the specialized equipment and operations involved in the recovery process remain undisclosed.
Bias read (Center): The article discusses technological advancements in aerospace engineering and does not present any political positions or biased framing. It focuses on technical differences between recovery methods used by various countries and highlights the potential benefits and unknown costs of China's approach
