r/Damnthatsinteresting • u/Harry_the_space_man • 4d ago

The Chinese Tianlong-3 Rocket Accidentally Launched During A Engine Test Video

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A Chinese Rocket Exploded Today After It Accidentally Launched During A Static Fire Test.

Link: https://x.com/aj_fi/status/1807339807640518690?s=46&t=XQLIlKXE_nRmbO5OFOpZFw

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u/IAmRules 4d ago

Guy 1: “Hey, is the launch button working?”

Guy 2 <presses button>………………”yup”

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u/Ill_Albatross5625 4d ago

they do get excited don't they..did they all crap clap!

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u/AffordableDelousing 4d ago

A mechanic was probably screwing around and bridged the contact points on the starter solenoid.