Relativity Space was not able to launch the Terran 1 rocket on its first try. 85% of the components were printed on
What is known
The rocket was launched from Launch Complex 16 at the Cape Canaveral Space Launch Center. The launch took place on March 23 at 05:25 (EET). Terran 1 successfully took off and survived the Max-Q stage with maximum overload.
Today's launch proved Relativity's 3D-printedrocket technologies that will enable our next vehicle, Terran R. We successfully made it through Max-Q, the highest stress state on our printed structures. This is the biggest proof point for our novel additive manufacturing approach.… pic.twitter.com/9iaFVwYoqe
— Relativity Space (@relativityspace) March 23, 2023
A few minutes after the start, the first andthe second stage successfully separated. However, the upper stage failed to enter orbit. The reason was the failure of the only engine of the second stage, which was recorded approximately 4 minutes after launch.
It's launch day. #GLHF pic.twitter.com/swkXumHnEh
— Relativity Space (@relativityspace) March 22, 2023
Terran 1 carried no payload.Despite the unsuccessful launch, Relativity Space was satisfied with the Good Luck, Have Fun mission. The company noted that the use of 3D printing allows it to create new rockets within 2 months.