What Does ELV Stand For?
ELV stands for Expendable Launch Vehicle
ELV, or Expendable Launch Vehicle, refers to a type of rocket designed for a single-use mission to transport payloads, usually satellites or scientific instruments, into space. Once the payload has been delivered to its designated orbit, the vehicle is not recovered or reused. ELVs are essential for various applications, including telecommunications, earth observation, and space exploration, due to their capability to deliver substantial payloads into orbit efficiently.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym