Rockets are comprised of countless parts and mechanisms each with a specific role and place within the launch vehicle. The majority of the time you will see a twostage rocket consisting of a first and second stage with a payload on the very top. Once the first and second stage has done their job, they must separate from each other and the payload ensuring nothing is damaged in the process.

Rocket Lab recently acquired a company named Planetary Systems Corporation or PSC who works on many things including separation systems. These separation systems are very high quality and unique including the Lightbands, satellite dispensers, and overall mission success. All of which come together into a very appealing product for different customers and launch services.

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