SpaceX, officially known as Space Exploration Technologies Corp., is a private aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company founded by Elon Musk in 2002. The company develops and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft, including the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship. SpaceX is known for pioneering reusable rocket technology and operates the Dragon spacecraft for cargo and crew missions to the International Space Station. It also runs the Starlink satellite network, providing global broadband internet coverage.