Japan’s ‘Epsilon S’ Rocket Engine Explodes A Minute After Test Launch; Third Setback In A Row

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In another blow to Japan's space agency, a rocket engine exploded during a test on July 14. Japanese Official Naoya Takegami said the rocket that was being tested was 'Epsilon S'. Visuals showed the testing site was engulfed in flames and a cloud of smoke rising into the sky. The latest incident is Japan's third rocket launch failure in a row. Watch the video for more details.

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