My previous idea on a collapsible rocket design may not be practical for space. However single use miliary ballistic missiles may give it a try. Simplicity of design, reliability and mass manufacturability would be key advantages.
The special pattern that allows the outer casing to collapse vertically can be turned into a mold. The inners of the mold would be covered with carbon fibers for strength. Using the mold, the casing would be manufactured in mass quantities (like collapsible water bottles). The rocket can be throttled using the valves coming out of the propellent tanks. The collapsible casing of the rocket minimizes the lateral wind drag as the rocket gets shorter.
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