Propulsion
We develop RF gridded ion and Hall effect propulsion systems, together with the power processing and control electronics that operate them.
In development
Radio frequency plasma generation with electrostatic ion acceleration through grids. Development covers the thruster head, power processing, neutralization, propellant delivery interfaces and operating control.
Explore RF Ion PropulsionIn development
Electric and magnetic fields sustain and accelerate the discharge. Development connects the thruster head, cathode, discharge supply, propellant delivery interfaces and thruster control.
Explore Hall PropulsionCustom development
Dedicated PPUs, conversion stages and controllers for customer propulsion hardware. Development covers RF generators and matching networks, high voltage grid supplies, discharge supplies, cathode electronics, valve and heater drivers, and spacecraft interfaces.
Explore Thruster Electronics| Application | Engineering focus |
|---|---|
| Orbit raising and lowering | Impulse budget, firing time, available power and maneuver strategy |
| Drag compensation | Orbit altitude, exposed area, atmospheric assumptions and operating duty cycle |
| Constellation phasing | Relative drift, maneuver sequencing and spacecraft constraints |
| Orbit maintenance | Maneuver allocation, attitude coordination and energy availability |
| End-of-mission orbit lowering | Disposal strategy, remaining propellant and mission-specific assessment |
Enter your satellite properties and select altitude change, station keeping or deorbit preparation. Use your business email to view the preliminary impulse estimate and ideal firing times, and receive a copy.
Ideal firing time, not elapsed mission time.
Share your spacecraft architecture, available power and maneuvering objectives with our propulsion team.
Talk to Our Propulsion Team