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Beyond Gravity Unveils Reusable Fairing Concept
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https://europeanspaceflight.com/beyond-gravity-unveils-reusable-fairing-concept/
> Zurich-based Beyond Gravity has announced a reusable fairing concept that would be recovered along with the first stage of a rocket.

From the Berger Rocket Report
> Beyond Gravity joins the reusable rocket party. On Wednesday, the fairing manufacturer formerly known as Ruag announced it was kicking off a "major research and innovation project" to develop a reusable payload fairing. The concept entails the payload fairing being connected to the first stage, with two halves of the fairing swinging open to release an expendable second stage and a payload. The first stage and payload fairing would then return to Earth. The plan looks similar to Rocket Lab's design for its reusable Neutron rocket.
>The launch paradigm continues to shift ... “This new approach is set to address the evolving market's needs while staying true to Beyond Gravity's commitment to sustainability, innovation, and dedication to a 100 percent mission success," said Paul Horstink, executive VP at Beyond Gravity’s launcher division. "In addition, the cost savings associated with reusable rockets could make the launch systems more accessible to a wider range of companies and organizations, supporting more frequent launches." The company says it will initially target medium-launch vehicles. (submitted by Ken the Bin)

https://www.beyondgravity.com/en/news/beyond-gravity-innovating-space-launches-reusable-payload-fairing-concept