Electrically powered spacecraft propulsion

BAE Systems Provides Propulsion System for First U.S. Marine Vessel With Zero-Emission Fuel Cell Technology

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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BAE Systems, a leader in electric propulsion , successfully installed its zero-emission propulsion system in the first U.S. hydrogen fuel cell powered marine vessel, the Sea Change.

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  • BAE Systems, a leader in electric propulsion , successfully installed its zero-emission propulsion system in the first U.S. hydrogen fuel cell powered marine vessel, the Sea Change.
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    BAE Systems successfully installed its zero-emission propulsion system in the first U.S. hydrogen fuel cell powered marine vessel, the Sea Change.
  • BAE Systems propulsion system interfaces with a hydrogen and fuel cell system provided by Zero Emission Industries and lithium-ion batteries to power the vessel without the need for a traditional combustion engine.
  • BAE Systems has been at the forefront of commercializing hydrogen fuel cell technology since first integrating fuel-cell powered buses in 1998.

Apogee Dynamics a Division HPIL Holding (HPIL) Announces it has been selected as a Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Challenge Finalist

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Apogee Dynamics, a division of HPIL Holding (OTC: HPIL)(the "Company"), is pleased to announce that it has been selected as a Finalist by Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials for its High-Temperature Carbon-Fiber 3D Printing Challenge from amongst many high-quality submissions from all over the world.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Apogee Dynamics, a division of HPIL Holding (OTC: HPIL)(the "Company"), is pleased to announce that it has been selected as a Finalist by Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials for its High-Temperature Carbon-Fiber 3D Printing Challenge from amongst many high-quality submissions from all over the world.
  • Apogee Dynamics submitted its design know as;Electric Propulsion: Electrodynamic Profile Ramping.
  • The design showcases advanced, proprietary, 3D Printing capabilities utilizing Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials'KyronMax.
  • The design is a sub-assembly of an Apogee power system being developed for use in the Apogee Powertrain, the Apogee D7 EV, the next generation MotoCzysz Electric Motorcycle, as well as other planned products.

BAE Systems to Provide Next-Generation Electric-Hybrid Power and Propulsion System for Southern Wind Superyacht

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
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BAE Systems, a leader in electric propulsion , has been selected by luxury sailing yacht builder Southern Wind to provide the electric-hybrid power and propulsion system for a new high-performance superyacht.

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  • BAE Systems, a leader in electric propulsion , has been selected by luxury sailing yacht builder Southern Wind to provide the electric-hybrid power and propulsion system for a new high-performance superyacht.
  • BAE Systems will supply and integrate its next-generation system on the SW96 Nyumba, the first marine vessel to benefit from the companys newest propulsion technology.
  • BAE Systems next-generation technology represents a significant investment in our electric power and propulsion applications for the marine market, said Steve Trichka, vice president and general manager of Power & Propulsion Solutions at BAE Systems.
  • The HybriGen Power and Propulsion system will include an electric motor, two variable-speed generators, a lithium-ion energy storage system, and vessel auxiliary power with shore power charging.

Max Polyakov's SETS receives US patent for stabilized discharge power supply for its Hall thrusters

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Spacecraft propulsion, Ion engines, Propulsion, Spaceflight, Electromagnetism, Emerging technologies, Plasma physics, Hall-effect thruster, Plasma propulsion engine, Electrically powered spacecraft propulsion, Thruster, Plasma

DNIPRO, Ukraine, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SETS, a provider of low-power plasma thrusters and electric propulsion systems owned by noted space entrepreneur Dr. Max Polyakov, has received a US patent for stabilized discharge power supply for its Hall thrusters.

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  • DNIPRO, Ukraine, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SETS, a provider of low-power plasma thrusters and electric propulsion systems owned by noted space entrepreneur Dr. Max Polyakov, has received a US patent for stabilized discharge power supply for its Hall thrusters.
  • The patent makes SETS the only company in the world that is capable of manufacturing high-stability propulsion systems based on the Hall effect.
  • Usage of a stabilized discharge power supply will allow more flexibility in regulating the parameters of an electric rocket propulsion system in long-term operation onboard a spacecraft.
  • A stabilized discharge power supply for Hall-effect thrusters ensures a steady value of thrust during long-term operation, and when changing the parameters of the onboard power supply of the spacecraft.

Accion Systems TILE 2 In-Space Propulsion System to Launch on the June 2021 SpaceX Rideshare with Astro Digital and Starfish Space

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Monday, April 19, 2021
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b'BOSTON, April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Accion Systems today announces that two TILE 2 in-space propulsion system units will launch onboard an Astro Digital micro-satellite aboard the June 2021 SpaceX Falcon 9 rideshare launch.

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  • b'BOSTON, April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Accion Systems today announces that two TILE 2 in-space propulsion system units will launch onboard an Astro Digital micro-satellite aboard the June 2021 SpaceX Falcon 9 rideshare launch.
  • "We are thrilled to support Accion Systems and Starfish Space with this important demonstration.
  • "\nThe TILE propulsion system is uniquely superior to conventional electric propulsion, pioneering ionic liquid electrospray for commercial and government propulsion activities.
  • Accion\'s flagship product, TILE, uses proprietary ion electrospray thrusters, bringing electric propulsion to satellites of all sizes and redefining in-space capabilities.

NanoAvionics US Inc. Adds Accion Systems As Preferred Propulsion Provider for Appropriate Customer Missions

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Friday, March 12, 2021
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The TILE in-space propulsion system will be listed as a preferred option for all appropriate missions that require electric in-space propulsion and Accion Systems will provide preferred pricing to NanoAvionics US Inc.

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  • The TILE in-space propulsion system will be listed as a preferred option for all appropriate missions that require electric in-space propulsion and Accion Systems will provide preferred pricing to NanoAvionics US Inc.
    NanoAvionics is a nanosatellite mission integrator focused on delivering new generation satellite buses and propulsion systems for the satellite applications market.
  • With facilities in North America and Europe, NanoAvionics has led over 85 successful satellite missions and commercial projects, and counting.
  • "Our partnership with NanoAvionics continues the expansion of our safe, reliable and efficient TILE thrusters into the growing global satellite market.," said Peter Kant, CEO of Accion Systems.
  • The TILE propulsion system is uniquely superior to conventional electric propulsion, pioneering ionic liquid electrospray for commercial propulsion activities.

Busek Ships First LEO to GEO Capable Electric Propulsion System

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Tuesday, February 23, 2021
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Hall thrusters are one form of highly efficient spacecraft electric propulsion which utilize solar energy and very small amounts of propellant to create thrust.

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  • Hall thrusters are one form of highly efficient spacecraft electric propulsion which utilize solar energy and very small amounts of propellant to create thrust.
  • The undisclosed customer ordered the system roughly twelve months ago for a Government mission launching later this year.
  • The modular flight system features a Busek-designed radiation tolerant power processor with variable output, xenon feed system, and long-life thruster assembly.
  • About Busek Co. Inc.: Busek is a leader in the development and manufacture of high performance in-space propulsion, sensors, and power systems.

Apollo Fusion, Inc. Propulsion Systems Selected by Saturn Satellite Networks Inc.

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Saturn Satellite Networks Inc. has selected Apollo Fusion propulsion systems for Saturn's NationSat geostationary communications satellites.

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  • MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Saturn Satellite Networks Inc. has selected Apollo Fusion propulsion systems for Saturn's NationSat geostationary communications satellites.
  • Saturn selected Apollo Fusion because Apollo's unique Electric Propulsion system supports the Saturn objectives to enable its NationSat small GEO sats to perform functions of much larger satellites, hence substantially reducing the barrier to spacecraft development and manufacturing.
  • Apollo CEO Mike Cassidy added, "We're thrilled to be selected by Saturn to provide electric propulsion for their NationSat small GEO sats.
  • Apollo Fusion, Inc. designs and builds state of the art Hall thruster propulsion systems for a variety of government and commercial satellite programs.

Worldwide Electric Propulsion Satellites Industry to 2025 - Full-Electric Segment to Experience the Highest Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, December 3, 2020
Satellite, Technology, Spacecraft propulsion, Electrically powered spacecraft propulsion, Propulsion

The physical limitations of such satellites encourage the development and integration of powerful yet compatible electric propulsion systems to effectively perform orbital correction maneuvers.

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  • The physical limitations of such satellites encourage the development and integration of powerful yet compatible electric propulsion systems to effectively perform orbital correction maneuvers.
  • For instance, in October 2019, Accion was awarded a USD 3.9 million as part of the Moon to Mars technology program.
  • The Asia-Pacific region is expected to generate the highest demand for electric propulsion systems during the forecast period.
  • Initiatives such as the Mission 2020 encourage the adoption of green propulsion technologies, such as electric propulsion, to restrict the ongoing global climate conversion by minimizing the greenhouse gas emissions by 2020.

Global Radar Systems and Technology Industry, Forecast to 2024 - Industry to Grow by USD 6.14 billion during 2020-2024 - Technavio

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Friday, November 27, 2020
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Radar Systems and Technology Market: Geographic Landscape

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  • Radar Systems and Technology Market: Geographic Landscape
    37% of the markets growth will originate from North America during the forecast period.
  • The US is a key market for radar systems and technology in North America.
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  • Global Electric Propulsion Satellite Market: The electric propulsion satellite market size has the potential to grow by USD 10.18 billion during 2020-2024, and the markets growth momentum will accelerate during the forecast period because of the steady increase in the year-over-year growth.