Saturn IB

The Saturn IB was an American rocket developed in the 1960s for space missions. It was designed to carry astronauts and equipment into low Earth orbit, primarily supporting Apollo, Skylab, and Apollo-Soyuz missions. The rocket had two stages, providing the necessary power and stability for launch. It was smaller than the Saturn V but highly reliable, paving the way for human spaceflight advancements. The Saturn IB played a crucial role in testing lunar modules and supporting crewed missions, helping NASA gain experience and confidence before launching the larger Saturn V for moon landings.