Orbit Fab and Dawn Aerospace partner on green-propellant refueling
Orbit Fab and Dawn Aerospace announced a collaboration to enable on-orbit refueling of nitrous oxide and propylene propulsion systems.
Evidence notes
- The companies completed a materials study covering compatibility between Dawn propellants and RAFTI ports.
- Qualification work on the combined interface and propellants was in progress.
- RAFTI fueling ports were planned as an option for Dawn propulsion customers from mid-2022.
Company context
Orbit Fab develops spacecraft refuelling infrastructure, including docking interfaces and in-space propellant services. Its logistics layer supports autonomous satellite operations and resilient space supply chains.