Morpheus Space, a pioneering provider of in-space mobility products, is excited to announce a collaboration with D-Orbit, a leader in space logistics, to conduct an in-orbit demonstration mission on ION Satellite Carrier, the company’s orbital transfer vehicle. The upcoming mission will highlight the advanced capabilities of Morpheus’ next-generation electric propulsion system GO-2 in a dynamic space environment.
“This flight demonstration with D-Orbit is a significant step in showcasing the performance of our next-generation, GO-2, electric propulsion systems in orbit,” said Morpheus Space CEO & Co-Founder Daniel Bock. “With 40 individually controllable emission sites, we provide exceptional thrust control, enabling a range of configurable thrust levels over extended periods. The in-orbit mission aims to demonstrate our advanced technology in action.”
“We are happy to have Morpheus Space onboard ION for this in-orbit demonstration and look forward to testing their propulsion technology in space,” said Matteo Lorenzoni, VP Commercial Strategy at D-Orbit. “We are committed to driving innovation in the space sector and missions like these, designed to enhance in-space mobility, align perfectly with our vision.”
ION Satellite Carrier is an innovative satellite platform designed, manufactured and operated by D-Orbit. The spacecraft is modular and capable of performing multiple mission objectives at once, depending on the configuration. A typical ION mission involves objectives like satellite deployments, in-orbit demonstrations, and edge computing.
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Scheduled for early 2025, the in-orbit demonstration mission will emphasize the innovative features of Morpheus’ electric propulsion technology, setting the stage for future applications in a rapidly evolving space landscape.
Bock added, “GO-2’s modular architecture also enhances reliability by ensuring that a failure of a single component would not affect the overall propulsion system. This unique feature promotes greater operational resilience for satellites.”
Morpheus Space currently operates over a dozen first-generation propulsion systems in space. With this mission, they aim to further enhance their in-space expertise.
“Through this demonstration of our capabilities, we are establishing a new benchmark for in-space mobility,” said Morpheus Space President Kevin Lausten. “These innovations, as well as our ability to mass produce GO-2 units in our Reloaded factory, position us as a reliable partner in the New Space sector, and we are excited to unveil even more capabilities in the near future.”
SOURCE: PRNewswire