Tag: Propulsion Systems
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Thales Alenia Signs Contract with OHB to Provide the Propulsion Subsystem for LISA
Thales Alenia Space, the joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed a € 16.5 m contract with prime contractor OHB System AG to provide the Propulsion Subsystem for European Space Agency‘s LISA- mission. LISA (Laser Interferometer Space Antenna) will be the first space-based observatory to study gravitational waves. In the UK, Thales…
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Morpheus Space Secures USD 15 Million Strategic Investment to Advance Mass Production
Morpheus Space, a leading innovator and manufacturer of advanced electric propulsion systems for in-space mobility, announced a new strategic investment by Alpine Space Ventures and the European Investment Fund, with continued support from Lavrock Ventures, Morpheus Ventures, Pallas Ventures, Vsquared Ventures, as well as other new and existing investors, to fuel the company’s next phase of growth and…
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Blue Origin Advances Space Robotics for Lunar and Deep-Space Exploration
Blue Origin advance the growing portfolio of space robotics technologies that support lunar exploration, in-space operations and future deep-space missions. As part of the broader exploration systems roadmap, Blue Origin’s robotics efforts focus on enabling autonomous operations, precision handling and reliable surface and orbital activities in environments where human presence is limited or not immediately…
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Exoterra Resources Provides Propulsion Solutions for Small Satellite and Space Missions
Exoterra Resources, a US-based space technology company specializing in in-space mobility and sustainable space systems, is providing the propulsion solutions designed to support modern small satellite missions and advanced orbital operations. Exoterra’s propulsion portfolio addresses the growing demand for efficient, scalable and space-qualified propulsion systems that enable precise maneuvering, extended mission lifetimes and flexible orbital…
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Northrop Grumman Boosters Ready to Launch First Human Mission Beyond the Moon
Two Northrop Grumman five-segment solid rocket boosters will launch the first crewed flight of NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket from Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center, Florida, as early as February 6, 2026, as part of the Artemis II mission. The SLS boosters are the world’s largest and most powerful solid rocket boosters to ever…
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Rubicon Space Systems Advances Thrusters and Propulsion Systems for Space Missions
Rubicon Space Systems, a US-based space technology company headquartered in Huntsville, advances the portfolio of thrusters and propulsion systems designed to support small satellite, spacecraft and in-space mission requirements. Already active in the space sector, Rubicon Space Systems continues to focus on practical, flight-ready propulsion technologies that address the increasing demand for maneuverability, reliability and…
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Vaya Space Advances Integrated Launch Vehicles and In-Space Propulsion Capabilities
Vaya Space, a US-based space transportation company, advances the portfolio of launch vehicle and in-space propulsion technologies designed to support responsive, flexible and cost-effective access to space. The company’s development roadmap focuses on combining ground-launched vehicles with advanced propulsion systems to address the evolving requirements of small satellite operators, defense users and commercial space missions…
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ULA Advances Atlas V as a Proven Launch System for Mission-Critical Spaceflight
United Launch Alliance (ULA) advances the Atlas V launch vehicle as a cornerstone of the mission-assured launch portfolio. Already well established in operational service, Atlas V continues to support a wide range of civil, commercial and national security missions that require high reliability, precise orbital insertion and flexible mission design. Atlas V is a two-stage…
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UARX Space Expands In-Space Logistics Portfolio for Small Satellite Missions
UARX Space is an in-space logistics company focused on enabling flexible transportation and mission support for small satellites. The company provides rideshare and dedicated launch-related services for CubeSats, PocketQubes, and small satellites, supporting missions from Low Earth Orbit (LEO) to cislunar space and beyond. Through the products and services, UARX Space aims to address the…
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ThrustMe Expands Flight-Proven In-Orbit Propulsion Systems for Small Satellites
ThrustMe, a French supplier of electric propulsion systems for small satellites, is highlighting the portfolio of in-orbit propulsion solutions designed to enable maneuverability, orbit control and end-of-life compliance for modern spacecraft. The company’s propulsion systems are already deployed on operational missions and address the growing demand for compact, efficient and flight-qualified propulsion technologies suited to…