Watch LIVE as RocketLab launches the 79th Electron rocket carrying the QPS-SAR-15 satellite to Low Earth Orbit from LC-1B, Mahia Peninsula, New Zealand. QPS-SAR-15 also known as Sukunami-i is a small, high performance SAR satellite to collect high resolution images of Earth, even through clouds and adverse weather conditions. This satellite will use a Rocket Lab Motorized Lightband as its seperation system for deployment to space. #rocketlab #Electron #QPS-SAR-15 Join our community Discord! https://discord. ...

Industry Overview - The reusable rocket industry is characterized by a dramatic cost decline, leading to business model changes and significant opportunities [1] - SpaceX has a 10-year lead in reusable rocket technology, consistently reducing launch costs through improved refurbishment and reuse [3][4] - Lower launch costs are enabling new opportunities in low Earth orbit (LEO) [9] Market Trends & Opportunities - The industry identifies a $130 billion annual revenue opportunity in space, primarily driven by global broadband and direct-to-device capabilities [13] - Direct-to-device (smartphone to satellite connectivity) is estimated to be a $48 billion opportunity, assuming $0.50 per month from 8 billion cell phone subscribers [15] - Broadband access for households, RVs, boats, aircraft, and ships represents a $40 billion opportunity [16] Company Updates & Competitive Landscape - Blue Origin and Rocket Lab are developing reusable rockets, aiming to launch and reuse them [6][7] - Starlink and T-Mobile launched direct-to-device service in July [18] - Firefly went public, increasing the number of space companies available for public investment [20] Technological Advancements - Low Earth Orbit (LEO) has opened up due to declining launch costs, enabling applications like high-speed internet via satellites [9][11] - Starlink Mini offers easy setup and reliable high-speed internet [12]