Electron
vehicleRocket Lab small-lift launch vehicle (Rutherford engines).
Electron is a small, liquid-fueled orbital launch vehicle designed for the commercial small satellite market, including CubeSats. Developed by Rocket Lab, it features a unique Kick Stage for precise satellite deployment and is known for its innovative 3D-printed engines. Electron is the third most launched small-lift vehicle in history, emphasizing flexibility for small payloads.
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Rocket Lab wins contract for three more iQPS launches
Rocket Lab secured a contract with iQPS for three additional Electron launches from New Zealand's Launch Complex 1, starting in 2028. This follows seven successful missions since 2023. Each launch will deploy a single synthetic aperture radar satellite, contributing to iQPS's goal of 24 satellites by 2028 and 36 by 2030 for enhanced Earth imaging capabilities.