Launch & Propulsion
Kick Stage
Kick Stage/Upper Stage
Kick Stage/Upper Stage (Kick Stage) — A small propulsive stage that provides the final push to place a payload in its target orbit. Photon (Rocket Lab) and ESPA-based tugs serve as kick stages.
Frequently asked about Kick Stage
- What does Kick Stage mean in the space industry?
- Kick Stage/Upper Stage: A small propulsive stage that provides the final push to place a payload in its target orbit. Photon (Rocket Lab) and ESPA-based tugs serve as kick stages.
- What does Kick Stage stand for?
- Kick Stage stands for Kick Stage/Upper Stage.
- What category of space terminology does Kick Stage belong to?
- Kick Stage is part of the Launch & Propulsion category in space industry terminology.