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Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovation Institute Successfully Fires UAE’s First Liquid Rocket Engine, Marking Milestone in National Space Capability

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The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) in Abu Dhabi has successfully designed, built, and test-fired the UAE’s first liquid rocket engine, a 250-newton thruster. The engine achieved combustion efficiencies of up to 94% during testing, with over 50 successful firings. The program aims to scale propulsion designs and develop advanced engine technologies. Why it matters: This milestone strengthens the UAE's sovereign space capabilities and enables the design of propulsion systems for orbital maneuvering and future space missions.

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TII · liquid rocket engine · space technology · Abu Dhabi · propulsion systems

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