China’s XZY-1 verification rocket has successfully completed a static firing test on December 5 at the Haiyang Oriental Aerospace Port in east China’s Shandong Province, according to its developer, Space Epoch.
The XZY-1 rocket, developed by Beijing Jianyuan Technology Co., Ltd., also known as Space Epoch, is China’s first medium-lift launch vehicle featuring a stainless steel rocket body. It is powered by liquid oxygen-methane engines and is designed to be recoverable after ocean splashdown.
The test involved a full-power static firing lasting 20 seconds, during which the rocket’s 70-tonne-class liquid oxygen-methane engine ignited and operated as planned. The success of this test confirms the operational reliability of the entire rocket system and verifies the performance of Space Epoch’s self-developed test stand, which features an elevated steel structure and a water-cooled flow guide.
This milestone marks a significant step forward in China’s aerospace technology, showcasing advancements in reusable rocket design and propulsion systems. The achievement is expected to accelerate the development of medium-lift launch vehicles and contribute to the growth of the nation’s space exploration capabilities.
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China conducts static firing test of XZY-1 verification rocket
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