Neumann Space propulsion system tested in orbit

In-space electric propulsion developer Neumann Space has successfully tested in orbit its Neumann Drive electric propulsion system based on solid metal propellants. Neumann and the University of Melbourne announced the drive and a number of other local technologies that had been integrated onto the SpIRIT nanosatellite had been successfully tested. The Space Industry Responsive Intelligent…

The genuine Spirit of Australia heads towards orbit

The groundbreaking Australian-made Space Industry Responsive Intelligent Thermal (SpIRIT) nanosatellite has arrived in California for launch in November. This article, adapted from one from the Australian Space Agency, details the technology and the companies behind this achievement. SpIRIT is a joint industry mission led by the University of Melbourne and supported by the Australian Space…