SpanTrik is developing the Raven, a fully reusable two-stage-to-orbit rocket designed to launch payloads of up to 8 tons to Low Earth Orbit with rapid recovery and re-launch capabilities. By minimizing infrastructure needs and reducing turnaround time to less than one week, SpanTrik aims to make space access more affordable and efficient for satellite operators.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Current space launch solutions often involve high costs, long turnaround times, and significant infrastructure requirements, making space access less accessible for satellite operators. The discarding of rocket stages contributes to environmental concerns and represents a waste of valuable hardware.
Solution
SpanTrik is developing the Raven, a fully reusable two-stage-to-orbit rocket designed to provide more affordable and efficient space access. The Raven is engineered for rapid reusability, minimizing infrastructure needs and reducing turnaround time to less than one week. The first stage ensures precise vertical takeoff, vertical landing (VTVL), while the second stage is equipped with an advanced Orbital Inflatable Decelerator (OID). This design allows for the recovery, refueling, and relaunch of the rocket, reducing costs and environmental impact.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes satellite operators, mega constellation developers, and rideshare satellite companies seeking affordable and rapid launch solutions.
Features
- Fully reusable two-stage-to-orbit design for cost-effective launches
- Payload capacity of 8 tons to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) in reusable configuration and 15 tons in expendable configuration
- First stage with VTVL landing capability for precise recovery
- Second stage equipped with an Orbital Inflatable Decelerator (OID)
- Rapid launch capability with turnaround time of less than one week
- Minimal infrastructure requirements for launch operations