Upper stages are rocket components that ignite after booster separation, propelling payloads into precise orbits or deep-space trajectories. Used in multistage launch vehicles, they optimize fuel efficiency and velocity for satellite deployment, interplanetary missions, or crewed spacecraft. Space agencies, commercial launch providers, and satellite operators benefit from their ability to deliver heavier or multiple payloads to higher altitudes.
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