Tag: Propulsion Systems
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Pulsar Fusion Advances Electric Propulsion with Hall Effect Thruster Technology
Pulsar Fusion is advancing electric propulsion technology through a portfolio of Hall Effect Thrusters (HETs) designed to improve spacecraft efficiency, extend mission lifetimes and reduce operational costs. Intended for applications including attitude control, precision spacecraft control and low-thrust manoeuvres, the company’s plasma thrusters utilize high specific impulse (Isp) technology to deliver greater fuel efficiency than…
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Orbion Space Technology Advances Small Satellite Mobility with Aurora Hall-Effect Thrusters
Orbion Space Technology is expanding electric propulsion capabilities for the small satellite market through the Aurora family of Hall-effect thrusters. Designed specifically for SmallSats, CubeSats and microsatellites, the Aurora propulsion systems provide efficient in-space maneuvering capabilities for missions requiring orbit raising, station keeping, collision avoidance, constellation management and end-of-life disposal. Electric propulsion technologies have therefore…
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IENAI Space Advances Satellite Mobility with ATHENA Electrospray Propulsion
IENAI Space is expanding the capabilities of small satellite missions through the ATHENA family of electric propulsion systems, a modular propulsion platform built around the company’s proprietary electrospray technology. Designed to address the growing demand for efficient, scalable and adaptable spacecraft propulsion solutions, ATHENA enables satellite operators to perform orbit raising, station keeping, constellation management,…
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Dawn Aerospace Raises 25 Million USD Series B to Scale Reusable Space Transport
Dawn Aerospace announced the close of its Series B funding round, raising $25 million at a $195 million post-money valuation. The round was led by US-based VC, Balerion Space Ventures. Since its Series A in 2022, Dawn Aerospace has become the leading provider of non-toxic chemical propulsion worldwide with 200 thrusters in space on more…
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HyImpulse Advances Hybrid Propulsion Technology for Cost-Effective Space Launch Systems
HyImpulse Technologies, headquartered in Neuenstadt am Kocher, Germany, is developing a proprietary hybrid rocket propulsion technology designed to combine the operational simplicity of solid propulsion with the controllability and performance of liquid rocket systems. The company’s technology serves as the foundation for its launch vehicle portfolio and is aimed at providing safe, reliable and cost-effective…
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Aurora Propulsion Technologies Advances Satellite Propulsion and Deorbiting Solutions
Aurora Propulsion Technologies, a Finnish space technology company specializing in satellite mobility, propulsion, collision avoidance and end-of-life deorbiting systems, continues to expand the position in the global SmallSat and CubeSat market through a portfolio of innovative products designed to improve mission performance while supporting the sustainable use of space. Aurora Propulsion Technologies has responded to…
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Green Propulsion Technology for Satellite Mobility and Space Transportation
Arkadia Space is developing a portfolio of green propulsion technologies designed to provide efficient, safe, and sustainable mobility solutions for satellites and spacecraft. The company specializes in propulsion systems based on high-test peroxide (HTP), positioning the propellant as a cleaner alternative to conventional space propulsion technologies while supporting applications ranging from satellite maneuvering and orbit…
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Arkadia Space and Reflex Signs Agreement for Green Propulsion System on Satellite Mission
Arkadia Space and Reflex Aerospace have entered into a strategic partnership to integrate Arkadia’s green propulsion technology into an upcoming Reflex mission, marking an important milestone for both companies and for the European space ecosystem. The collaboration marks the first time Reflex Aerospace will integrate chemical propulsion technology into its spacecraft platform, powered by Arkadia Space’s…
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Momentus Reports $76 Million Financial Position with Space Mission Progress
Momentus, a U.S. commercial space company specializing in satellite technology, space transportation, and in-orbit services, announced two major developments: Execution of key capital raising activities that strengthens the Company’s financial position; and Successful transition of its Vigoride 7 Orbital Service Vehicle (OSV), launched on the SpaceX Transporter-16 mission, into hosted payload mission operations for customers.…
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Beyond Gravity Launches APPMAX2-XS Propulsion Pointing Mechanism for Small Satellites
Beyond Gravity, a leading space supplier, revealed a new product innovation. APPMAX2-XS is a next-generation electric propulsion pointing mechanism designed specifically for small satellites operating in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). The new two-axis mechanism addresses key industry demands for reduced mass, rapid delivery, and flexible integration. “Our new mechanism delivers an exceptionally compact and mass-efficient solution…