Candle Powered Rockets

​Blast Off with Candle Power! German rocket soars on wax fuel! This outta-this-world feat could change space travel forever. Learn more about the future of affordable spaceflight!

Candle Power to the Stars! German Rocket Makes Historic Wax-Fueled FlightA German space company has defied expectations by successfully launching a rocket powered by paraffin wax – common candle wax! This test flight is a massive leap forward in affordable and sustainable space exploration.
HyImpulse (High-m-poolse), a startup spun off from the German space agency, successfully launched its first "SR75" rocket from South Australia. The 12-metre tall rocket, despite its unusual fuel source, carried a payload and reached an altitude of 250 kilometres (155 miles).
Paraffin Power: A Cheaper, Cleaner Option
Paraffin wax offers several advantages over traditional rocket fuels. It is significantly cheaper, potentially reducing satellite transportation costs by up to 50%. Additionally, paraffin burns cleaner, reducing environmental impact.
"We're signalling Germany's prowess as a spacefaring nation and expanding Europe's access to space," said HyImpulse (High-m-poolse) CEO Mario Kobald. The company reports pre-orders for satellite launches exceeding €100 million ($105 million).
Future of Flight: Bigger Rockets, Brighter Prospects
HyImpulse (High-m-poolse) is looking to capitalise on the growing demand for commercial satellite launches. Their sights are set on developing the "SL-1," a larger, multi-stage rocket capable of carrying heavier payloads into low Earth orbit. The company projects annual sales of €700 million by 2032.
This successful test flight with an unconventional fuel source is a testament to ingenuity and may very well forge a global change in the space industry. Yep, with lower costs and a reduced environmental footprint, paraffin wax could pave the way for a new era of accessible and sustainable space exploration.