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Momentus Inc., a U.S. commercial space company offering in-space transportation and infrastructure services, reports the development of an additive manufactured fuel tank. The fuel tank is scheduled to perform flight testing aboard Momentus’s Vigoride-7 Orbital Service Vehicle. The tank was produced in collaboration with Velo3D.
The fuel tank was designed by Momentus and manufactured using Velo3D’s advanced metal 3D printing technology.
"Testing an additively manufactured fuel tank on Vigoride-7 is a major achievement for Momentus and a testament to the strength of our partnership with Velo3D," says John Rood, chief executive officer of Momentus. "Additive manufacturing opens new possibilities for spacecraft design and production, and this successful demonstration paves the way for broader adoption across our future missions."
"Momentus is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space transportation, and we’re proud to support their vision with our technology," says Arun Jeldi, CEO of Velo3D. "Our additive manufacturing platform enables aerospace innovators to design without compromise, and this fuel tank is a perfect example of how advanced manufacturing can deliver performance and reliability in space."
The Vigoride-7 mission shows Momentus’ commitment to advancing in-space infrastructure and services. By integrating additive manufacturing into its supply chain, Momentus says it aims to reduce costs, shorten development cycles, and enhance the resilience of its spacecraft systems.
Momentus Inc. is a U.S. commercial space company that offers satellite buses and integration, satellite components, and in-space transportation and infrastructure services, including hosted payloads.
Its Vigoride Orbital Service Vehicle provides satellite operators with cost-effective access to customized orbits and other in-space capabilities.
Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.
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