Rocket Lab

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:civil_aviation
gptkb:Company
gptkbp:academic_programs Adam Spice
gptkbp:acquisition gptkb:Spaceflight_Industries
gptkbp:ceo gptkb:Peter_Beck
gptkbp:collaboration various international space agencies.
gptkbp:community_engagement supporting STEM education initiatives.
gptkbp:community_impact contributing to local economies.
gptkbp:contract gptkb:NASA's_Venture_Class_Launch_Services
gptkb:U._S._Department_of_Defense
gptkbp:customer_base commercial and government clients.
gptkbp:debut gptkb:2017
gptkbp:development investing in next-gen space technologies.
gptkbp:employees over 500
gptkbp:environmental_concerns committed to sustainable practices.
gptkbp:first_orbital_launch January 2018
gptkbp:first_successful_recovery November 2020.
gptkbp:founded gptkb:2006
gptkbp:founded_by gptkb:Peter_Beck
gptkbp:founded_in gptkb:2006
gptkbp:founder gptkb:Peter_Beck
gptkbp:future_goals to democratize access to space.
to enhance global launch capabilities.
gptkbp:future_plans developing a larger rocket called Neutron.
gptkbp:global_presence operations in multiple countries.
gptkbp:goal reduce the cost of space access.
gptkbp:has_a_focus_on advanced propulsion systems.
gptkbp:has_headquarters_in gptkb:Long_Beach,_California
gptkbp:has_mission gptkb:Rideshare_missions
gptkbp:has_part gptkb:Launch_Complex_1
gptkb:Rocket_Lab_Electron_Rocket
gptkb:Launch_Complex_2
gptkbp:headquarters gptkb:Long_Beach,_California
gptkb:Long_Beach,_California,_USA
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Rocket Lab
gptkbp:industry aerospace
gptkbp:innovation developing new technologies for space exploration.
focus on rapid development cycles.
gptkbp:investment over $300 million in funding.
gptkbp:is_tested_for extensive testing program.
gptkbp:launch_cadence monthly launches.
gptkbp:launch_date up to 100 launches per year.
gptkbp:launch_event over 90%.
gptkbp:launch_service dedicated and rideshare launch services.
gptkbp:launch_site Māhia Peninsula, New Zealand
Wallops Flight Facility, Virginia
Launch Complex 2, Virginia, USA
gptkbp:launch_vehicle gptkb:Electron
gptkb:Photon
gptkb:Neutron
designed for rapid reusability.
highly efficient and reliable.
small satellite launch vehicle.
small size and cost-effectiveness.
gptkbp:market small satellite market.
gptkbp:market_position leading in small satellite launches.
gptkbp:mission to provide dedicated and reliable launch services.
Rocket Lab's mission to provide frequent and reliable access to space.
gptkbp:notable_achievement first private company to reach orbit from a small launch vehicle.
first private company to reach orbit from a small launch vehicle
gptkbp:notable_products gptkb:Electron_rocket
Photon satellite platform
gptkbp:number_of_employees over 500
over 500 employees.
gptkbp:operating_countries expanding to the UK and other regions.
gptkbp:orbit_type gptkb:Black_Sky_Global
gptkb:Planet_Labs
gptkb:Spire_Global
gptkbp:partnership gptkb:United_States_Space_Force
gptkb:NASA
NASA's Artemis program.
gptkbp:partnerships with various tech companies.
gptkbp:payload_capacity up to 300 kg to LEO.
gptkbp:project expanding launch capabilities.
gptkbp:research_focus space technology advancements.
gptkbp:reusable_rocket gptkb:Electron_rocket
gptkbp:safety_record maintains a strong safety record.
gptkbp:service small satellite launch
gptkbp:stock_exchange gptkb:2021
gptkbp:supply_chain developing a robust supply chain.
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives commitment to reducing space debris.
gptkbp:technology Photon satellite technology
Electron rocket technology
gptkbp:website rocketlabusa.com
www.rocketlabusa.com
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:NASA
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3