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Blue Origin: Reusability Key Factor in Future Air Force Space Architecture

By Vivienne Machi

Friday, October 19th, 2018

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Blue Origin: Reusability Key Factor in Future Air Force Space Architecture

Blue Origin's BE-4 engine on a test stand. Photo: Blue Origin.

The Air Force is prioritizing reusability for its future space systems as demonstrated in its recent launch service agreement awards, a Blue Origin official said Oct. 19.The service has been “foot-stomping” the idea that reusable launch systems will be part of its next space architecture, as it will improve reliability and lower the cost of access to space, said Clay Mowry, company vice president for sales, marketing and customer experience.The service on Oct. 10 awarded multi-million-dollar contracts to three companies…

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