The LOI initiates structured cooperation discussions on propulsion and debris-mitigation solutions for European orbital platforms.
Aurora Propulsion Technologies has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with OHB System AG, one of Europe’s leading space system integrators, to initiate cooperation discussions on in-orbit maneuverability and responsible deorbiting technologies.
The LOI reflects a shared focus on advancing satellite capabilities that support collision avoidance, controlled orbital operations, and end-of-life disposal – key technical requirements for sustainable space operations.
Scope of the Cooperation Discussions
Under the LOI, OHB and Aurora intend to evaluate, among other topics:
- In-orbit maneuverability, including the applicability of Aurora’s resistojet thruster systems for precise orbital control and collision avoidance.
- End-of-life deorbiting, focusing on Aurora’s tether-based Plasma Brake technology as a passive debris-mitigation solution.
- Technical performance, including measured on-orbit data and relevant test results.
- Use cases and business benefits enabled by Aurora’s technologies on OHB platforms.
- Commercial and supplier considerations, including potential terms for future cooperation.
- Joint technology verification and customer missions, subject to technical and commercial alignment.
Positioning for Future European Missions
The cooperation discussions are intended to assess how maneuverability and deorbiting capabilities can be integrated into future European orbital platforms, in line with increasing expectations around space safety, sustainability, and operational resilience.
For Aurora, the LOI represents recognition by a European prime integrator of its propulsion and deorbiting technologies as relevant inputs for further evaluation within institutional and commercial mission architectures.
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