"Starship's Potential Impact on Small Launch Vehicles"
The emergence of SpaceX’s Starship vehicle, designed for heavy payloads, is expected to disrupt the small launch vehicle market by potentially lowering prices and encouraging the development of larger satellites. While some believe Starship's capacity and pricing could overshadow small launch vehicles, others argue that the industry will continue to see demand for smaller satellites and should focus on stimulating the market. The debate mirrors existing discussions about SpaceX's impact on the smallsat market through its Transporter and Bandwagon rideshare missions, with some companies expressing concerns about competing with SpaceX's pricing strategies.