Copper rocket launch Collaborative partnership results in a world first for the space industry The Launcher team was already using Additive Manufacturing to build its thrust chamber when we first started working with them, so they already understood the benefits, and limitations, of the process. However, their first test firing was with an Inconel version that they sourced in the US. When they learnt of our ability to build in Copper, they approached us to further develop the concept and exploit the benefits of this material and AM’s capabilities. The use of a CuCrZr alloy enabled the rocket engine to benefit from its high conductivity and efficient cooling, leading to a longer chamber life and reduced costs when compared to conventional manufacturing methods. The copper part w

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