Image for Space Exploration Technologies

Space Exploration Technologies

Space Exploration Technologies, commonly known as SpaceX, is an American aerospace company founded by Elon Musk in 2002. Its mission is to reduce space transportation costs and enable the colonization of Mars. SpaceX develops advanced rockets and spacecraft, with notable achievements including the reusable Falcon 9 rocket and the Crew Dragon spacecraft, which transports astronauts to the International Space Station. The company aims to make space travel more accessible and has ambitious plans for missions to Mars, featuring the Starship vehicle designed for interplanetary travel. SpaceX has significantly impacted the aerospace industry and sparked renewed interest in space exploration.