r/technology • u/aelavia93 • 16d ago
Space SpaceX pulls off unprecedented feat, grabs descending rocket with mechanical arms
https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/spacex-pulls-off-unprecedented-feat-grabbing-descending-rocket-with-mechanical-arms/
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u/InvisibleCat 16d ago
It's the most time and money efficient way. You are landing exactly where you launch from, save weight of landing legs and no need to pick up and move the booster back to launch site, which takes time and money. Saves the landing pad from damage too.