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NASA begins testing of next-generation J-2X rocket engine

Submit on Friday, July 15th, 2011 22:57

On 14 June, NASA conducted a combined chill test and 1.9-second ignition test of the next-generation J-2X rocket engine that could help carry humans beyond low-Earth orbit to deep space.Other Posts:LCROSS looks back at EarthNorthrop Grumman CERES sensor deliveredSpacehab, Incorporated results FY 2006Boeing receives ISS contract extensionUpdate: Indo-European satellite fails after in-orbit testingPrisma pre-launch detailsMercury Computer Systems Awarded Contract For Communication PlatformPlanetlink Supplies R&R Sales Group With GPS Receivers

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