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In service since 1996, this European launcher transports heavy payloads, including the most powerful communications satellites.

See cross section of a space launcher (Ariane V) in : french | spanish

Ensures launcher propulsion by means of liquid hydrogen combustion in contact with liquid oxygen.

Provides the main thrust during takeoff before separating from the main cryogenic stage.

Central body that ensures propulsion after the solid booster stage separates.

Composed of the main cryogenic stage and the solid booster stage.

The tip of the launcher that houses and protects the payload.

Composed of the storable propellant upper stage and the payload.

The end portion of a rocket from which combustion gases escape, thereby creating the thrust needed to propel the craft.

Space probe or satellite carried by the launcher.