Description

Founded by Max Haot and headquartered in Hawthorne, California, Launcher focuses on advancing propulsion technologies to enhance the efficiency and affordability of satellite deployment. Their flagship product, the E-2 liquid rocket engine, utilizes liquid oxygen and kerosene propellants in an oxidiser-rich staged combustion cycle, aiming to be the most efficient engine in its class. Acquired by Vast in February 2023 to support space station development, Launcher continues to offer the E-2 engine to launch vehicle providers, advancing commercial space exploration.

2017