IN THRUST WE TRUST
Astrium has received a $50-million order from Snecma to supply Vulcain 2 thrust chambers and cryogenic valve systems for 20 Ariane 5 boosters. The Vulcain 2, an upgrade of the Vulcain engine that powers the Ariane 5 main stage, will provide a 30% increase in thrust and an identical decrease in cost...
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