Tag: Propulsion Systems
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ION-X Completes First In-Orbit Firing of European Ionic Liquid Thruster
ION-X has successfully performed the first-ever in-orbit firing of a European developed ionic liquid electrospray thruster. This milestone marks only the second global demonstration of this advanced propulsion technology in space, nearly a decade after the inaugural mission by BUSEK for the LISA-PATHFINDER mission in 2015. On May 6th, 2025, onboard a spacecraft built by…
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CleanJoule’s SpaceSAF Fuels Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine by Venus Aerospace
CleanJoule, in a first-of-its-kind test, of its high-performance alternative rocket fuel, SpaceSAF, was successfully used to power a Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine (RDRE) developed by Venus Aerospace, marking a major validation of next-generation fuel compatibility with cutting-edge propulsion systems. The ground test was conducted at Venus’s Houston-based test site and represents a significant step forward…
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Avio Advances Space Tech Innovation with Dassault’s 3DEXPERIENCE Platform
Dassault Systèmes announced that Avio has implemented the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to digitally transform the management of all its programs. As Avio deepens its focus on driving sustainability in the space sector, the 3DEXPERIENCE platform enables it to adopt automated, intelligent, and data-driven engineering and manufacturing processes that streamline and accelerate the development of technologically advanced…
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Ursa Major Secures $32.9 Million Contract for Enhanced Hadley Engines for Stratolaunch’s Hypersonic Tests
Ursa Major has been awarded a $32.9 million contract to develop and deliver 16 upgraded Hadley H13 engines to Stratolaunch. The multi-year program extends a series of successful flight collaborations and supports a growing operational cadence. “This contract directly supports U.S. hypersonic test infrastructure and the broader imperative to accelerate high-speed flight programs that deliver…
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Muon Space Secures $146 Million to Expand Defense and Commercial Satellite Constellations
Muon Space, a leading provider of end-to-end space systems specializing in mission-optimized satellite constellations, announced the close of its oversubscribed $89.5 million Series B1 round, bringing total Series B funding to $146 million. The new capital includes $44.5 million in equity and $45 million in credit facilities, and follows the company’s initial Series B close…
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Velo3D and Vaya Space Sign $4 Million Deal to Advance Metal 3D Printing for Space Propulsion
Velo3D, a leader in additive manufacturing (AM) technology known for transforming aerospace and defense supply chains through world-class metal AM, announced a strategic partnership with Vaya Space, a breakthrough hybrid rocket company focused on space propulsion systems. The two companies have signed a $4 million, two-year Master Services Agreement (MSA) to collaborate on production and…
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Enpulsion Introduces Nexus Electric Propulsion System
Enpulsion, a global leader in electric propulsion systems for small satellites, announces the launch of Nexus, its most advanced propulsion system to date. Designed for spacecraft up to 500 kilograms, Nexus delivers significantly increased thrust and enhanced orbit-raising capabilities, addressing the growing demand for responsive, high-performance electric propulsion in smallsat missions. Built on Enpulsion’s heritage…
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SITAEL: Advancing Next-Generation Space Technology and Innovations
SITAEL S.p.A., Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Mola di Bari, Italy, has grown from a regional engineering company into a global force in the space technology sector. A proud member of the Angel Group, SITAEL focuses on developing innovative solutions for the space industry, with a specialization in small satellites, electric propulsion, avionics, and payload…
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Exotrail: Pioneering Agile In-Space Mobility for the Satellite Industry
Exotrail, Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Massy, France, is a space mobility innovator revolutionizing satellite propulsion and in-orbit logistics. With a core mission to enable agile and efficient satellite movement in space, Exotrail specializes in electric propulsion systems, in-orbit services, and mission operation software. The company’s focus is on making space more accessible and…
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Lockheed Martin: Driving Innovation in Satellite Systems and Lunar Exploration
Lockheed Martin, Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and security. With a mission to solve the world’s toughest technological challenges, the company plays a pivotal role in advancing space exploration and satellite infrastructure. Lockheed Martin’s space division focuses on satellite launch services, propulsion systems, payload deployment,…