Magdrive to launch next-gen plasma thruster for first time

Magdrive launches first flight of next-generation Plasma Thruster

The “Going Rogue” mission marks a breakthrough in British space propulsion, backed by the ESA Marketplace and delivered in partnership with D-Orbit British satellite propulsion start-up Magdrive is preparing to launch its first in-orbit demonstration mission, “Going Rogue”, a bold step forward for UK-led space capability. The mission, delivered in... The post Magdrive launches first flight of next-generation Plasma Thruster appeared first on UKs…

Magdrive to launch next-gen plasma thruster for first time

Harwell-based space tech group Magdrive is set to launch its new electric plasma propulsion thruster for its first in-orbit demonstration. The ‘Going Rogue’ mission launch, expected to take place on Saturday 21 May, will test Magdrive’s Rogue thruster, which it describes as a radically new propulsion system that uses solid metal turned into fuel to generate thrust. Magdrive said its new system is fast, efficient and compact, designed for tasks s…