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Vast

Vast

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Long Beach, California 49,022 followers

Building next-generation space stations

About us

Founded in 2021 by Jed McCaleb, Vast is developing humanity’s next-generation space stations and pioneering the path to long-term living and thriving in space. Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station, is currently in development and is expected to launch in 2026. Vast is also developing Haven-2, the proposed successor to the International Space Station (ISS), designed to serve NASA’s Commercial LEO Destinations (CLD) program as a micro-gravity laboratory in space. Vast’s long-term ambition is to create artificial gravity habitations that enable humans to live in space, reaffirming its commitment to ensuring a spacefaring future for all.

Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Long Beach, California
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2021

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    Vast Unveils Final Design for Haven-1, the World’s First Commercial Space Station We’re excited to introduce the final design for Haven-1, a groundbreaking space station that sets a new standard for human-centric design, comfort, and productivity in space. Haven-1 merges cutting-edge microgravity lab advancements with a focus on astronaut well-being and features: - 1.1m Observation Window Dome for stunning views of Earth - Patent-Pending Sleep System designed for optimal rest in zero gravity - Onboard Fitness System to improve cardiovascular and bone health - Warm, welcoming Interiors with natural materials, including maple wood veneer Guided by visionary designer Peter Russell-Clarke and supported by veteran NASA astronaut Andrew J. Feustel, Haven-1 offers an unparalleled experience in space, balancing innovation with comfort. Chief Design and Marketing Officer Hillary Coe emphasized the importance of human-first design, stating, “We have big ambitions to create a future where everyone is living and thriving on Earth and in space. This requires a shift in how we approach design for all backgrounds and comfort levels.” We are excited to continue to push the boundaries of human spaceflight and pioneer the path to long-term living and thriving in space. https://lnkd.in/geRdns4w

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    We tested and deployed the solar array of Haven Demo in a flight-like configuration to ensure there were no motion restrictions or configuration issues during deployment. The test allowed us to identify and adopt additional minor adjustments to optimize our configuration and ensure proper performance of the arrays in-orbit. The video features real footage captured from Haven Demo’s onboard cameras.

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    We're excited to welcome Olivier Farache as Vast’s new Chief Revenue Officer. With decades of experience driving revenue growth and business strategy across defense, aerospace, legal, and law enforcement, Olivier brings invaluable expertise to our leadership team. Previously, he served as CRO at CHAOS Industries, Global Head of Utilities at Palantir Technologies, and held key roles at the FBI. Olivier joins Vast at a pivotal time, playing an important role in advancing our mission to build next-generation space stations and ultimately enable billions to live and thrive in space.

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    The flight design pressure plate of the Haven-1 hatch is now ready for inspection. The hatch serves as the crew's entry point and features redundant pressure seals, a window, and built-in shielding to protect the station from micrometeoroids and orbital debris while in space.

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    Testing is underway at NASA Marshall for Haven-1’s trace contaminant control system. Over the next month, we will continue validating the system’s ability to remove toxic pollutants introduced by the crew and equipment, ensuring clean air for all missions.

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    Haven-1 solar arrays use triple junction solar cells to capture a broad range of light wavelengths to help power our systems. We perform electroluminescence (EL) tests, applying currents to the cells to emit light at known wavelengths. EL testing allows us to inspect each semiconductor layer, identify potential damage, and ensure peak performance.

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