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Starship’s engines are among the most powerful on Earth—the Raptor engines are often described as "lightsabers" due to their intense and spectacular flames. These engines are vital to achieving the higher thrust needs for fully reusable, heavy-lift capabilities.
Advancements Needed:
The propulsion system is a key area of innovation, requiring breakthroughs in engine resilience, efficiency, and reusability. The Raptor engines must outperform all previous rocket engines to meet the demands of rapid reflight and massive payload delivery.