chemical microsatellite propulsion

In the new-space market, speed is everything. Rapid orbital maneuvers translates directly into mission cost savings. Chemical propulsion is known to offer up to a 20x reduction in maneuver times, but has been unfavored due to system complexity and lead time.

Its our business to make a simple and reliable chemical propulsion system, available in large quantities. 

Designed for simplicity.

Microsatellite mission success is now measured by the time taken to go from concept to operation. For manufacturers this means increasing efficiency at every stage to stay competitive. Sourcing reliable propulsion systems on time is currently one of the main bottlenecks slowing down development.

Chemical propulsion inherently offers mission time savings through rapid and dV-efficient maneuvering, however, system complexity has made them unfavorable.

Skimmer aspires to become the two-stroke engine of microsatellite propulsion. Through simplicity, traditional manufacturing and standardization, this aspires system aspires to have a low lead time, simple integration and offer rapid maneuvers.

Available from 2027

Get in touch

For direct inquiries please contact Ola, head of sales and co-founder at: ola@northpropulsion.com