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Why does the Space-X Raptor engine use methane as a fuel rather than kerosene and liquid oxygen?

Why does the Space-X Raptor engine use methane as a fuel rather than kerosene and liquid oxygen?

The Raptor engine has several advantages such as producing a high thrust with high efficiency. However, a key benefit is methane can be produced on Mars using the Sabatier reaction (CO2 + 4H2 → CH4 + 2H2O).

This aligns with a broader trend of methane-powered rockets which allow

interplanetary missions and is, therefore, shaping the future of space exploration...


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