Orbit provides on-orbit servicing solutions for spacecraft, specializing in propellant transfer and life extension services. The company utilizes tanker satellites equipped with robotic arms and standardized docking interfaces for precise refueling operations. These services also support active debris removal and on-demand satellite mobility in space.
Funding
$1.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Many functional satellites are prematurely retired and become space debris due to fuel depletion, limiting their operational lifespan and the essential services they provide, such as weather data and communications. A lack of in-space refueling infrastructure hinders efficient utilization of spacecraft resources.
Solution
OrbitAID Aerospace is developing a constellation of tanker satellites equipped with a Standard Interface for Docking and Refueling Port (S.I.D.R.P) to provide in-orbit refueling services. These tanker satellites will be strategically positioned in various orbits, carrying monopropellants, bi-propellants, and electric propulsion fuels to meet diverse client needs. The S.I.D.R.P features a proprietary autonomous dual-docking mechanism designed for seamless integration with existing connectors, enabling safe and cost-effective fuel transfer. By extending satellite lifespan, OrbitAID aims to reduce space debris and enhance operational flexibility for satellite operators.
Target Audience
OrbitAID's primary customers are satellite operators in LEO, GEO, cis-Lunar, and interplanetary missions seeking to extend the lifespan of their satellites and reduce operational costs.
Features
- Constellation of tanker satellites in LEO, GEO, cis-Lunar, and interplanetary orbits
- Standard Interface for Docking and Refueling Port (S.I.D.R.P) with dual-docking redundancy
- Autonomous docking and refueling mechanism
- Safe fuel transfer port
- Capability to carry monopropellants, bi-propellants, and electric propulsion fuels
- Ground and in-orbit services
- Lightweight design