A "Launch System" refers to the technology and processes used to send spacecraft or satellites into space. This system typically includes components like rockets, launch pads, and ground control facilities. The primary goal is to achieve the necessary speed and altitude to escape Earth's atmosphere and enter orbit. Launch systems can vary in design and capability, depending on the mission requirements. For example, SpaceX's Falcon 9 and NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) are two well-known launch systems that serve different purposes, from delivering cargo to the International Space Station to supporting deep space exploration missions.