Shake it up, SpaceX: Latin America steps up to challenge Elon Musk’s company!
In the southern part of the continent, a new chapter is unfolding. Argentina, with the backing of CONAE and local innovation, is stepping into the space race with a fresh contender: Latin and with big dreams.
### A game-changing advancement for the Argentine space industry
The state-owned company behind the Tronador II launcher, part of the ISCUL program led by Argentine experts, has achieved a fully national development aimed at global competition. Featuring innovative elements like a regeneratively cooled thrust chamber and advanced atomization techniques, it’s on par with the most cutting-edge engines out there.
### Cutting-edge technology with exclusively civilian objectives
In its first test, the engine surpassed all expectations for stability and performance. While it has diverse potential applications, its main focus is on civilian use, adhering to international regulations. Engineer Reimonte highlighted the years of experience required to develop an engine of this caliber, setting Argentina apart in the space engine manufacturing landscape. And with final tests on the horizon, Argentina is gearing up to make its mark in space exploration…
