Microwave Electrothermal Thruster Testing Continuing in Space
A new Microwave Electrothermal Thruster (MET) spacecraft engine design is undergoing a successful in-space testing campaign. Developed by Momentus, the microwave electrothermal thruster has completed more than a dozen test firings ranging from 30 seconds up to five minutes – the expected range for Momentus standard missions.
“We're already achieving burn…
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