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The J2X oxidizer turbopump delivers high pressure liquid oxygen to the main engine injector.

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J-2X Oxidizer Turbopump

The J-2X oxidizer turbopump delivers high pressure liquid oxygen to the engine's main injector, where it meets hydrogen fuel to produce thrust. Hot-fire engine tests are planned for 2011 at Stennis Space Center in Mississippi.

Credit: Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne