Rocket Lab has reached orbit for the first time, even though its only the private space companys second flight. Even more impressive? The test mission, dubbed Still Testing, had three customer satellites in tow: one is an Earth-imaging satellite, while the other two will track weather and boats. By successfully sending those satellites to orbit, the company has proven that its Electron rocket flights are a viable low-cost alternative for companies that want to send small payloads …<...Read more