Bellatrix Aerospace, a Bengaluru-based space mobility company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Astroscale Japan to collaborate on active debris removal, satellite servicing, and sustainable in-orbit mobility. This partnership aims to enhance space sustainability and ensure a cleaner orbital environment.
Key Highlights
Collaboration Goals
- The partnership focuses on active debris removal, satellite servicing, and sustainable in-orbit mobility solutions.
Bellatrix Aerospace
- An emerging Indian space company recognized for its innovative propulsion technologies and space mobility solutions.
Astroscale Japan
- A leader in space debris mitigation, providing scalable services like life extension, in-situ space situational awareness, and end-of-life disposal.
Technology Expertise
- Astroscale has demonstrated its capabilities through ELSA-d and ADRAS-J missions, collaborating with JAXA, ESA, U.S. Space Force, UK Space Agency, and Eutelsat OneWeb.
Bellatrix’s Achievements
- Successfully completed three space missions in the past year, qualifying Green Propulsion and Hall-Effect Thruster technology.
Market Expansion
- The collaboration also enables Bellatrix Aerospace to enter the Japanese space industry.
Summary/Static | Details |
Why in the news? | Bellatrix Aerospace Partners with Astroscale Japan for Space Debris Removal |
Companies Involved | Bellatrix Aerospace (India) & Astroscale Japan |
Purpose | Space debris removal, satellite servicing, in-orbit mobility |
Bellatrix’s Role | Develop and deploy propulsion technology for sustainable space operations |
Astroscale’s Role | Expertise in debris mitigation, life extension, and satellite servicing |
Technology Demonstrations | ELSA-d, ADRAS-J missions by Astroscale; Green Propulsion & Hall-Effect Thruster by Bellatrix |
Market Expansion | Bellatrix to enter the Japanese space sector |
Key Partners | JAXA, ESA, U.S. Space Force, UK Space Agency, Eutelsat OneWeb |