Motiv Space Systems designs and manufactures propulsion hardware for small satellites, enabling precise orbit control and extended mission lifetimes. Their electric thruster modules integrate with CubeSats and other nanosat platforms, providing scalable thrust while meeting the mass and power constraints of low‑Earth‑orbit missions.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Space missions require specialized hardware for propulsion, robotics, and mechanisms, but developing, qualifying, and integrating these components is time‑consuming and expensive for satellite operators and government agencies.
Solution
Motiv Space Systems supplies flight‑qualified hardware—including motor controllers, modular robotic links, deployable arms, and rover platforms—and offers engineering services that accelerate system integration. Their products are designed for extreme environments, from lunar temperatures to deep‑space missions, and are compatible with a range of spacecraft architectures. By providing turnkey solutions and technical support, Motiv reduces development cycles and launch‑cost overhead for customers. The company also leverages heritage from missions such as NASA’s Perseverance rover and the OSAM‑1 satellite servicing project to validate performance. Customers receive a single source for propulsion, actuation, and robotic subsystems, simplifying procurement and risk management.
Target Audience
Primary customers are commercial satellite manufacturers, government space agencies, and spacecraft integrators seeking reliable propulsion, actuation, and robotic subsystems for missions ranging from low‑Earth orbit to planetary exploration.
Features
- High‑performance motor controllers optimized for space‑grade power and thermal conditions
- Modular robotic interfaces (xLink, ModuLink) enabling rapid assembly of manipulators and payload adapters
- Deployable lunar arm capable of operation at cryogenic temperatures
- CADRE rover and mobility platform designed for planetary exploration and surface operations
- Specialized mechanisms for precision actuation in extreme environments
- Proven flight heritage on Mars 2020 Perseverance and OSAM‑1 satellite servicing missions
- Integrated engineering services for system design, testing, and launch preparation