'Pressure is on': Inside Rocket Lab's Neutron Test Program

Rocket Lab is down to the testing phase for its reusable rocket, Neutron, as it targets a debut launch later this year. The project's lead engineer takes us inside the qualification program underway at multiple sites across the USA.

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Guest:
Shaun D'Mello, Rocket Lab Neutron Vice President

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
02:32 - The first Neutron conversation
03:54 - Scaling the Neutron team: 5 to 500
05:53 - Building in public: “The pressure is on”
08:07 - Design consequences of a bigger rocket
09:40 - Inside the qualification programme: Hungry Hippo fairing thermal testing
13:20 - Thrust structure: 125% max load test
15:39 - Stage 1 rebuild: 3D printing timeline
18:24 - Usability of AFP machine
19:10 - Archimedes engine update: Testing & build rate
21:31 - Avionics & flight software for debut flight
23:20 - Regulation required
24:07 - Reusability: Splashdown & stage recovery
26:25 - Flight 2 components in production
27:23 - Aircraft-like operations
30:05 - Allowance for future iterations
31:58 - Multi-planetary missions & human spaceflight
33:32 - “This is going to be something that’s never been done before.”
34:27 - Likelihood of 2026 debut launch
35:06 - How the team is hustling

Disclaimer: I own shares in Rocket Lab. This content is of a general nature and is not intended to be personalized financial advice. It in no way serves as a stock recommendation.

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