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Testing in environments that closely simulate operational conditions is an important step of the design process. For instance, vacuum testing is essential for space-bound thrusters, ensuring they perform reliably under space conditions. Rigorous testing helps validate design, function, and performance, ultimately leading to more dependable technologies.

🚀 ✨ Celebrating a Year of Innovation - Introducing ThrustMe's JPT150 Iodine Hall Thruster! 🚀 ✨ After achieving a historic milestone with the world's first in-orbit demonstration of iodine-fueled electric propulsion systems, its widespread adoption in the market, and the establishment of ThrustMe's batch production, we proudly present the JPT150. This revolutionary propulsion system brings together the efficiency of a Hall thruster with the remarkable advantages of iodine. The JPT150 leverages the power of iodine, building upon the maturity of iodine-compatible subsystems that have proven their readiness at TRL 9 in ThrustMe's flight-proven propulsion products. The innovative design of JPT150 guarantees superior performance in the power range of 150-200 W, elevating the overall efficiency of space missions to unprecedented levels. The first prototype of HET-based propulsion system JPT150 has successfully undergone firing tests with iodine propellant, including both the thruster head and the cathode. This is a crucial step towards a new era in space propulsion technology. 🥂 Cheers to a fantastic year of growth and exciting milestones at ThrustMe! As we advance into the future, we look forward to sharing our next steps towards a sustainable space. #space #propulsion #spacetech #innovation #newtechnology #hightech

Recap #7 December 2022: Last December we reached a major milestone in the development of our HyNOx thrusters: A prototype of our 22 N thruster achieved steady-state operation under atmospheric conditions, with highly efficient combustion (up to 98%) at the optimum mixture ratio. This picture was taken during a 15 minute continuous hot fire. Fun fact: The very same thruster prototype shown in this video has been used in several other test campaigns until March 2023 and demonstrated a propellant throughput of more than 20 kg! All tests were conducted at the #M11 test facility of DLR-Institut für Raumfahrtantriebe. #space #propulsion #greenpropulsion #innovation #engineering

Payload developers can now reserve launches using HyPrSpace’s Orbital Baguette-1 (OB-1) rockets under an agreement between HyPrSpace and Precious Payload. The agreement was announced at the mallSat conference in Logan, Utah. These rockets can deliver 250 kg (≈550 pounds) to LEO, with the maiden launch set for 2026. HyPrSpace caters to the needs of smallsats and satellite constellations with dedicated launches and rideshare opportunities. The OB-1, pronounced like the Star Wars character Obiwan, promises launches at half the cost of traditional micro-launchers. Its hybrid propulsion system employs a patented innovation, significantly reducing R&D and industrialization costs. Its architecture requires fewer components and has simpler geometry than traditional systems, eliminating the need for turbopumps. https://lnkd.in/eMDyi9cJ

Phase Four's next generation Maxwell Propulsion System Achieves Flight Heritage, Hawthorne CA (SPX) Sep 12, 2023 Phase Four has reported the successful flight heritage of its next-generation Maxwell propulsion system. This marks a major step in deploying state-of-the-art propulsion technology for small satellites. The advances in the Maxwell propulsion system underscores Phase Four's commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer-focused solutions towards providing reliable, cost-effective propul, : https://lnkd.in/eQgQ9WCp

VXB Aerospace fires up breakthrough AI-designed satellite thruster 🛰 This image shows the successful firing of our Zephyr thruster in our vacuum chamber. 🚀 The ionised argon plasma plume can be seen ejecting from the channel of the thruster producing the highly efficient thrust that makes this underlying Hall effect technology the most desired type of satellite propulsion by the industry. We completed the design, manufacturing and testing in just 4 months. This is the first time that the Australia & NZ region has the capability to produce electric propulsion systems for satellites larger than 50kg, critical for unlocking satellite capabilities in the region as demand surges. This is also the first use of AI to tackle complex design challenges in satellite propulsion, our proprietary algorithms saved us significant time and cost. Using the proprietary structure in our Zephyr propulsion, we’ll be the first company in the world to sell electric propulsion that runs on argon propellent, a fraction of the cost to alternative fuels. Sincere thanks to our funding supporters who helped get us to this significant milestone: Department of Industry, Science and Resources & Ed Husic MP, Australian Space Agency & Enrico Palermo, Investment NSW, Cicada Innovations Alexander Ryan Zachariah Levey Jasper Ryan Linda Losurdo Maxim Schiller Javier Salazar https://lnkd.in/gxDF6EJj

The Master Energy equation accounts for energy transfers in a given system. Aerospace engineering applications of this equation include calculation of energy transfer in aircraft & spacecraft propulsion systems and thermal control systems. The graph generated by a MATLAB code indicates a hyperbolic curve of cruise and climb for thrust-to-weight ratio against wing loading. Constants for the 787 Dreamliner cruise and climb conditions were assumed.

In the realm of #aerospace #engineering, the #development and #testing of #rocket #engines are crucial steps toward viable #space exploration technologies. Today, I conducted a static fire test of a small #SRAD rocket engine #prototype. This test was not just a demonstration of the engine's capabilities but also a learning experience to refine the ignition process. https://lnkd.in/d-2EJhYp 🛠️ Upcoming Improvements: Several improvements are planned for the next set of tests starting from a Metal or Ceramic Nozzle Integration to enhance the engine's performance and durability under high-temperature conditions. Metal nozzles are pivotal in effectively managing the extreme thermal and mechanical stresses during engine operation. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting journey into the world of aerospace engineering and rocketry. #RocketScience #AerospaceEngineering #EngineeringInnovation #SpaceTech

🚀 New Blog Alert! 🚀 We're thrilled to announce the release of our latest blog post: Seals in Space: The Unsung Heroes of Rocketry! Join us as we dive into the critical role that advanced sealing solutions play in rocket propulsion. From cryogenic fuels to extreme pressures, discover how these unsung heroes ensure the safety and success of space missions. 🔍 Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gEkKvS3T Explore the science behind rocket seals and see how Advanced EMC Technologies continues to push the boundaries of innovation in the aerospace industry. #RocketScience #SpaceExploration #AerospaceEngineering #AdvancedMaterials #SealingSolutions #CryogenicSeals #HypergolicBipropellants #TechInnovation #SpaceTech #EngineeringExcellence #AdvancedEMC #IndustrialEngineering #AerospaceInnovation #HighPerformanceMaterials #InnovativeTechnology #RocketPropulsion #SpaceIndustry #SealsInSpace #UnsungHeroes #MaterialScience #Engineering

#CTPEnergy allows for the control/modulation of the total CTP Gravitic Forces. This is CTP Gravitic Propulsion (CTPGP) (https://bit.ly/3HZBdYu) or CTP Propulsion (CTPP) as demonstrated in this reel footage (and we know how to achieve this). #newscience #propulsion #propulsionsystems #newspace #newspaceeconomy #space #spacecapital #newspacecapital #spaceinvestors #newcivilization #CTP