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Official account for Rocket Lab. We build rockets and satellites that open access to space. We turn possibility into capability on orbit.

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  1. 4 hours ago

    We’re excited to welcome former Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, Mike Griffin, to Rocket Lab’s board of directors. Mike brings 35+ years of industry experience spanning roles in the DoD, NASA & commercial sector. We’re honored to have him on our team.

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  2. Retweeted
    Aug 11

    . says it’s on track to test recovering an Electron booster later this year as it also improves the payload performance of the small launch vehicle.

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  3. Aug 10

    We’re growing our Spacecraft Operations team! Get in touch if you're a software engineer eager to support the development and on-orbit operations of our growing fleet of Photon satellites. Be part of the next exciting era in Rocket Lab’s evolution:

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    Aug 5

    Spot the odd one out. S1 recovery booster.

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  5. Aug 5

    This week was a big one for the recovery team. We conducted the final drop test and passed with flying colors. Next step is the real thing - bringing Electron's 1st stage back under a chute on Flight 17!

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  6. Aug 5

    And we are live!

    The thing we love most about is connecting with the people in this incredible space community. Since we can't do that in person this year, we're hosting a live webcast update and Q&A with our CEO Peter Beck.  Catch you there tomorrow!
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  7. Aug 5

    T-60 mins until the live Q&A with our founder and CEO . Join us live:

    The thing we love most about is connecting with the people in this incredible space community. Since we can't do that in person this year, we're hosting a live webcast update and Q&A with our CEO Peter Beck.  Catch you there tomorrow!
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  8. Aug 4

    The thing we love most about is connecting with the people in this incredible space community. Since we can't do that in person this year, we're hosting a live webcast update and Q&A with our CEO Peter Beck.  Catch you there tomorrow!

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  9. Aug 4

    The increased mass capacity has primarily been made possible through advances in the battery tech that powers Rutherford’s electric pumps. We've launched 130 Rutherfords to space, equipping engineers with a wealth of data and knowledge to drive extra performance from the engines.

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  10. Aug 4

    Electron has always boasted a payload lift capacity of 150 kg to 500 km to Sun- synchronous orbits, and a maximum lift capacity of 225 kg to lower orbits. Thanks to the performance increase, Electron is now capable of lifting 200 kg to 500 km SSO and up to 300 kg to lower orbits

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  11. Aug 4

    Same rocket, more payload. We’re excited to announce that we’ve increased Electron’s payload capacity to 300 kg (660 lbs) to enable interplanetary missions and to support reusability! Learn more:

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  12. Aug 3

    We cannot wait to launch this incredible mission in support of 's Artemis Program. There's still time to join the team if you want to be part of the Photon Space Systems division making this mission a reality!

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  13. Aug 3

    CAPSTONE will launch aboard Electron from Launch Complex 2 at within . Once Electron reaches LEO, our Photon Lunar spacecraft takes the reigns to put CAPSTONE on a Ballistic Lunar Trajectory.

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  14. Aug 3

    CAPSTONE (Cislunar Autonomous Positioning System Technology Operations and Navigation Experiment) will serve as the first spacecraft to test a unique, elliptical lunar orbit. It will validate innovative navigation technologies and verify the dynamics of this halo-shaped orbit.

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  15. Aug 3

    We're launching the CAPSTONE satellite to the Moon for ! As a precursor for Gateway, a Moon-orbiting outpost that's part of the Artemis program, CAPSTONE will help reduce risk for future spacecraft. Learn more about the mission here:

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    Aug 3

    We are conducting the last full scale drop tests of the flight parachute system today. Drop yesterday went well, just one more drop to do before we can sign the design off for flight.

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  17. Jul 31

    Today we can confirm that we're returning to flight in August! Our team has confidently identified the cause of the in-flight anomaly on our 13th mission & we’re implementing corrective measures. Stay tuned for mission updates soon!

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  18. Jul 30

    We might not be able to get together in person this year, but we’d never miss the chance to catch up with everyone during . Get in touch to book a virtual meeting with our team. We can't wait to hear from you!

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    Jul 29

    ., and join on Monday to discuss the state of the small launch industry. Register now to save your spot.

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  20. Retweeted
    Jul 27

    We're really prepping to go to the moon We spoke with Amanda Stiles, 's Moon Program Director! walked us through Rocket Lab's expansion, launching NASA payloads, and how Electron will send us back to the moon! Listen here 👉

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