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Carbon-fibre-reinforced polymer
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Carbon-fibre-reinforced polymer

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The largest demonstrator, the “Fibre Reinforced Optimized Rocket Motor Case” (FORC) is a project within ESA's Future Launchers Preparatory Programme (FLPP).

MT Aerospace tested the strength of a subscale tank made from carbon-fibre reinforced plastic
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Test of carbon-composite tank

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MT Aerospace tested the strength of a subscale oxidiser tank made from carbon-fibre reinforced plastic
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Test of carbon-composite oxidiser tank

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MT Aerospace tested the strength of a subscale oxidiser tank made from carbon-fibre reinforced plastic
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Test of carbon-composite oxidiser tank

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Tests show that lightweight carbon-fibre reinforced plastic is strong enough to replace metal used in upper-stage rocket structures.
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Test of carbon-composite oxidiser tank

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Phoebus wires

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