Satellite and Space Communication Technology

Space exploration

Space exploration, the investigation, by means of crewed and unscrewed spacecraft, of the reaches of the universe beyond Earth’s atmosphere and the use of the information so gained to increase knowledge of the cosmos and benefit humanity. The design and manufacturing facilities are located in Southern California, near the Los Angeles space airport, and the propulsion development and structural test facilities are located in Central Texas. The Falcon 9 is a 2-stage launch vehicle powered by LOX/RP engines. The first stage generates 765,000 1bf of thrust (sea-level) using nine Merlin engines, and the second stage generates 96,000 1bf (vacuum) using a single Merlin engine. Both stages use gimbaled engines for guidance. Falcon 9 offers engine-out capability for the first stage.