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Just FYI, they always ground vehicles after they explode, until the investigation clears them as safe (within bounds of the license). So this is par for the co
by Cogito 3y ago
Just FYI, they always ground vehicles after they explode, until the investigation clears them as safe (within bounds of the license).
So this is par for the course, and unless the investigation turns up an issue that entails unacceptable risk to people, natural environment, or built environment we should see a return to flight as soon as the launchpad is rebuilt etc.
- croutonwagon 3y agoAre the remnants of rocket fuel mixed into the dust hazardous? SpaceX has specifically told folks in the town not to touch any debris or handle and call them. They are also VERY careful about handling dragon capsules etc. though I think that’s more for the thruster, rather than the engines. I know ch4+o2 should convert to co2 and h2o but I’m unsure what other particulate could be included in the dust. Like concrete remnants (concrete dust is really bad to breathe) paint, or other additives or chemicals that were still n the pad and rocket.
- pixl97 3y agoIt's mostly silica dust from concrete turning into powder, you don't want to breathe it for sure, but it's not like this is a rocket filled with hypergolic fuels.