Viewing a single comment thread. View all comments

VeinPlumber t1_j1r18z8 wrote

Cause satellites can be insured and rebuilt if the launch fails, and launch escape systems add more complexity and cost to an operation (both the rocket and satellite).

People on the other hand, while they can be insured, it's the rebuilding part that we aren't so great at - hence launch escape systems for people, not satellites.

106

LA_Dynamo t1_j1rcdqt wrote

Not just that, the satellites have to be built to withstand the additional g forces of an abort. This means more weight and complexity.

7

[deleted] t1_j1r2ah8 wrote

[deleted]

−5

shardamakah t1_j1r3i3p wrote

Hey I’m a satellite launch insurance agent, I was wondering if your policy was up to date?

4