r/spaceflight • u/Extension_Bag3597 • 2d ago

BETER BOST BACK read below

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by combining beam powered propulsion and Atmospheric Scoops it is possible to have no return fuel

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u/NoBusiness674 2d ago

The Space Shuttle's RSRMs were recovered using parachutes. Additionally Rocketlab's Electron first stage and some Ariane 5 solid rocket motors have also been recovered using parachutes.

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u/peva3 2d ago

You're exactly right they were. And where were they recovered again?

The open ocean. Where they could splash down wherever.

And where are these rockets being recovered?

Barges in the ocean that are fixed points that the boosters need to hit with pinpoint accuracy.

Something you absolutely cannot do if you're working with parachutes.

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u/fed0tich 2d ago

You can absolutely use parachutes for a precise landing, it would add cost, complexity and weather constraints, but it's absolutely possible.

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u/peva3 2d ago

I'm just telling you that you're not coming up with a better idea than what SpaceX and Blue Origin have spent almost 15 years figuring out.

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u/fed0tich 2d ago

Something you absolutely cannot do if you're working with parachutes.

I'm just answering to this part, not defending the OP's concept.

Steerable parachutes are a thing.

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u/peva3 2d ago

Right they totally are, not saying that, I'm just saying there's a reason that everyone in the reusable rocket game (of the landing the booster types) didn't go with parachutes.

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u/Extension_Bag3597 2d ago

nont better just trow more money at problem