SpaceX’s Starship created a volcano-like explosion in first launch

When SpaceX’s Starship rocket launched for the first time in 2023, it destroyed its launch pad in an explosion much like a volcanic eruption that despatched big chunks of concrete excessive into the sky. Understanding the blast in element may assist us design extra sturdy launch and touchdown pads for future missions to the moon and Mars.

“It was eye-opening to us that launch pads could explode so violently,” says Philip Metzger…