Colorado Springs, Germany
Neutron Star Systems, founded in 2019, is carving a niche in the industry of high power space missions with its flagship technology, the SUPREME thruster. The company's slogan, "Beyond Orbits: Innovating Space Mobility with SUPREME Technology," underlines its ambition to redefine space transportation.
The company operates in key markets such as spacecraft servicing, lunar missions, and Mars cargo transportation. By leveraging innovative superconductor technology, Neutron Star Systems addresses the limitations of traditional electric propulsion solutions, offering enhanced operational flexibility, cost-efficiency, and thrust efficiency.
A distinct advantage is the company's focus on magnetoplasmadynamic (MPD) thrusters. Despite a 60-year heritage, recent advancements using high temperature superconductors are poised to overcome previous limitations.
Backed by a strong SUPREME consortium, involving major players like Airbus Defence & Space and German Aerospace Center, the firm is on a clear trajectory to advance its technology from a 5 kW demonstrator to a 20 kW prototype. A recent $10.00K grant from CNM Ingenuity and the Air Force Research Laboratory underscores the support and confidence from industry stakeholders. With its base in the United States, Neutron Star Systems stands at the forefront of revolutionizing electric propulsion for the future of space exploration.
