The proposed 40 MW space data center by Starcloud cannot fit in a single Starship launch but requires 17–22 launches to deploy solar arrays, radiators, and servers.
Solar arrays need 4–5 launches based on mass and volume constraints compared to ISS benchmark technologies.
Radiator systems demand 9–16 launches due to their high mass and low packing efficiency relative to solar arrays.
Server racks alone require 4–5 launches, adding to the multi-launch requirement.
Total cost increases to $85–130 M with optimistic launch prices or $1.7–2.2 B with realistic costs, far exceeding Starcloud’s $8.2 M estimate.
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