BN2.1

Structural Test Article

BN2.1 was a test tank designed to validate the structural soundness of the Super Heavy thrust section using cryogenic proof testing with thrust rams.

Retired

History

Proof Testing #1

BN2.1 conducted proof testing to validate the design of the Super Heavy aft section.

Test Tank Pad, Starbase, Texas, USA

Thu Jun 17, 2021

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Cryogenic Proof Test #1

BN2.1 performed a cryogenic proof test using liquid nitrogen to validate the construction of the prototype. Thrust rams were installed on the test stand to simulate the forces of Raptor engines.

Test Tank Pad, Starbase, Texas, USA

Tue Jun 08, 2021

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