Holy shit. I knew they were going to simplify Raptor a lot, but even knowing most of the rat's nest was sensors/etc., this is insane. I wish we could see cross sections!

[–] JohnDClay@sh.itjust.works 12 points 3 months ago (1 children)

So pretty! Any higher resolution pictures out there yet?

[–] threelonmusketeers@sh.itjust.works 14 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago)

The highest resolution available would be the ?format=jpg&name=orig photo from the original tweet:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GUBYMb0WsAAurC9?format=jpg&name=orig

Not sure if this resolution is any higher than the one already posted.

Also some interesting followup info: https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1819597689283121225

The amount of work required to simplify the Raptor engine, internalize secondary flow paths and add regenerative cooling for exposed components was staggering.

As a result Raptor 3 doesn’t require any heat shield, eliminating heat shield mass & complexity, as well as the fire suppression system.

It is also lighter, has more thrust and has higher efficiency than Raptor 2.

Truly, a work of art.

[–] jesusrp98@lemmy.world 9 points 3 months ago

Looks like a render