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Raptor engine

The Raptor engine is a powerful rocket engine developed by SpaceX designed for use in their spacecraft and rockets. It uses liquid methane and liquid oxygen as propellants, allowing for high efficiency and the potential to refuel on Mars for future missions. The engine features advanced innovations like staged combustion, which improves performance by capturing and reusing exhaust gases. This makes the Raptor a major step forward in making space travel more sustainable and cost-effective, enabling larger payloads and longer missions beyond Earth's orbit. Its design emphasizes reusability, helping to reduce the costs of space exploration.