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What’s Behind the Blue Origin Rocket Explosion?
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The Blue Origin rocket explosion on the launchpad was a significant setback for the company, which is competing with SpaceX in the space industry. The incident raises questions about the safety and reliability of the New Glenn rocket, which is crucial for Blue Origin's future success.
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded in a massive fireball while undergoing a test on a launchpad Thursday. Peter Elstrom explains what that means for the Bezos-backed company and its race with SpaceX. (Source: Bloomberg)