Relativity Space’s 3D-printed rocket failed three minutes into its debut flight, falling far short of orbit. The rocket was carrying nothing except for the company’s first metal 3D print made six years ago as a souvenir. The startup had planned to put the print into orbit for several days before burning up in the atmosphere with the rocket’s upper stage. As it turned out, the first stage did its job following liftoff from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station & separated as planned. But the first stage appeared to ignite & then shut down, sending it crashing into the Atlantic. It … Continue reading Relativity Space’s 3D-Printed Rocket Falls Short of Orbit on Debut Flight