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To: Carry_Okie
I was talking about the traditional fin design.

There has never been any other type of fin on the Space-X rockets.

57 posted on 08/15/2025 8:09:27 AM PDT by GingisK
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To: GingisK

The traditional fins are relatively ineffective as the rocket slows down but were once important to support the column on the ground, particularly with winds. This design relies upon the arms to hold that column.


66 posted on 08/15/2025 8:18:02 AM PDT by Carry_Okie (The tree of liberty needs a rope.)
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