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Maxwell Propulsion System Achieves Flight Heritage

Phase Four Marks a Major Step Towards Deployment of the Engine

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Tom Patton
Sep 13, 2023
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Phase Four Maxwell Thruster. Courtesy Image

Small satellite propulsion company Phase Four has achieved flight heritage for its next-generation Maxwell propulsion system. This marks a major step in deploying state-of-the-art propulsion technology for small satellites, the company says.

The advances in the Maxwell propulsion system underscores Phase Four's …

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