Raptor 3, SN1 - Lemmy.World

So pretty! Any higher resolution pictures out there yet?

The highest resolution available would be the ?format=jpg&name=orig photo from the original tweet:

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Not sure if this resolution is any higher than the one already posted.

Also some interesting followup info: x.com/elonmusk/status/1819597689283121225

The amount of work required to simplify the Raptor engine, internalize secondary flow paths and add regenerative cooling for exposed components was staggering.

As a result Raptor 3 doesn’t require any heat shield, eliminating heat shield mass & complexity, as well as the fire suppression system.

It is also lighter, has more thrust and has higher efficiency than Raptor 2.

Truly, a work of art.

Elon Musk (@elonmusk) on X

Raptor 3, SN1

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Holy shit. I knew they were going to simplify Raptor a lot, but even knowing most of the rat’s nest was sensors/etc., this is insane. I wish we could see cross sections!
Looks like a render