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Who is Zhuque-3?
Zhuque-3 is a new reusable rocket developed by LandSpace, a private Chinese aerospace company. Its successful land recovery marks a major step for China's commercial space sector, demonstrating advanced capabilities in reusable rocket technology. This puts LandSpace in a competitive position globally, challenging established players in the race for more cost-effective space access.
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