Spacecraft Tug Preparing for First Launch, Test, For Eventual Satellite Repositioning Services
Commercial space company Momentus, Inc. has obtained the needed radio license for its first flight using the Vigoride orbital transfer vehicle. The Vigoride is described as a space tug, a small vehicle that provides transit to spacecraft up to 2,000 km, even if they require changing orbital planes and inclination. It uses an unorthodox microwave electrothermal thruster using water as propellant. Currently, its expected payload should come in around 1,650 lbs, or 750 kg, once up and running.
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