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Launch preparations continue at SpaceX: LabPadre
By LabPadre at ValleyCentral
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
STARBASE, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Moving on to a busy slate of testing activity at Starbase, the action kicked off on Sunday with some chopstick movements at Pad 2. The arms first underwent some horizontal actuations, followed by some small vertical movements up and down the tower. The next day,...
Key takeaway The arms first underwent some horizontal actuations, followed by some small vertical movements up and down the tower.
Why this matters in The Brownsville
As launch preparations continue at SpaceX's Starbase, the community in Brownsville and surrounding areas is keeping a close eye on the developments. The testing activity at Pad 2 is a significant step towards the eventual launch of spacecraft from the site, which is expected to bring a surge of economic activity to the region. With the Port of Brownsville already serving as a major hub for trade and commerce, the growth of SpaceX's presence in the area could further cement the city's status as a key player in the regional economy. The launch site's proximity to the US-Mexico border also raises interesting questions about the potential for cross-border collaboration and cooperation in the space industry, and how this could impact the local workforce and businesses in the Rio Grande Valley.
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Category: space ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral ·
Reading time: 1 min
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