Rocketdyne

Rocketdyne is an American aerospace and defense contractor that specializes in the design, development, and manufacture of rocket engines and propulsion systems. Founded in 1953 as a division of North American Aviation, Rocketdyne was acquired by Rockwell International in 1963 and later became part of Boeing in 1996. The company is headquartered in Canoga Park, California.

Rocketdyne is renowned for its work on liquid-fueled rocket engines, which have powered numerous space missions, including the Apollo program, the Space Shuttle, and the Saturn V rocket. The company's engines have also been used in various military and commercial applications, such as the Titan and Atlas rockets, as well as the SpaceX Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy.

Rocketdyne's engines are known for their reliability and performance, with many setting records for thrust and specific impulse. The company has also developed advanced technologies, such as the F-1 engine, which was the most powerful liquid-fueled rocket engine ever developed and used in the Saturn V rocket.

In addition to its rocket engine work, Rocketdyne has also been involved in the development of other propulsion systems, such as the J-2 engine for the Saturn V rocket and the RS-25 engine for the Space Shuttle. The company has also worked on various military and commercial propulsion systems, such as the F-100 engine for the F-100 Super Sabre jet fighter and the J-2X engine for the Ares I rocket.

Rocketdyne continues to play a significant role in the aerospace industry, with its engines and propulsion systems powering various space missions and military and commercial applications. The company is committed to innovation and development, with a focus on improving the performance and reliability of its products.