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ruff_house
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So, when Orion was first announced, each capsule was to have a life of 5-10 missions. I like this because it makes the Capsules reusable, reducing the number that must be produced, but still allows for incrimental upgrades with each new set to enter service. Looked like we'd be getting the best of both worlds here as long as they kept the cost of reusability down (namely by not reusing the heat sheilds).<br /><br />However, now with the drive to reduce weight in order to accomidate Ares I, and the announcement of possibly making water landings standard, Is reusability in jepordy?