Xplore forges partnerships for spacecraft propulsion system and in-space refueling

Xplore forges partnerships for spacecraft propulsion system and in-space refuelingSeattle-based Xplore has selected two new technologies for propelling and refueling its Xcraft spacecraft as it makes its way to the moon and beyond. Xplore is designing Xcraft to serve as a "space as a service" platform for payloads heading beyond Earth orbit, to the moon, Mars, Venus and other deep-space destinations. Founded by veteran investors Jeff and Lisa Rich, the company aims to have its first mission to the moon launched as early as next year. The Xcraft design will incorporate features for Orbit Fab's RAFTI in-space refueling system, Xplore said today in a news release. RAFTI, which stands… Read More