Xcor Demonstrates Piston Pump Rocket Engine Technology

Xcor Aerospace has demonstrated that its piston pump technology can be used with liquid hydrogen, opening up potential applications for upper-stage engines, on-orbit propellant transfer and other uses. According to Xcor, piston pumps cost less than traditional turbopumps, last longer and can operate...

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