Propulsion Systems

With decades of experience and a commitment to excellence, we design, develop, and manufacture propulsion systems that power missions

Versatile Space Propulsion

Our propulsion systems portfolio offers a wide range of solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of space missions

SmallSat (50-150 kg)

  • Total propellant mass: 8kg

    Thruster configuration:
    1x 1 N thruster for ΔV 4x 100 mN for AOCS

    Total thrust: 1,4 N

    Specific impulse (isp):
    2000-2270 Ns/kg (204-231 s)

    Total impulse: > 16,000 Ns

    ΔV capability: 100-300 m/s

    Tank: 2x cylindrical bladder tanks

    System lifetime: 3-10 years

    Power consumption: 10-50 W

    Control interface: CAN, RS-422

    Applications:
    Satellite constellation phasing/management, station-keeping adjustments, mid-orbit inclination changes, collision avoidance

SmallSat (140-260 kg)

  • Total propellant mass: 12,5 kg

    Thruster configuration:
    4-8x 1 N thruster

    Total thrust: 4-8 N

    Specific impulse (isp):
    2000-2270 Ns/kg (204-231 s)

    Total impulse: > 25,000 Ns

    ΔV capability: 100-180 m/s

    Tank: 3x cylindrical bladder tanks

    System lifetime: 8-15 years

    Power consumption: 20-100 W

    Control interface: CAN, RS-422

    Applications:
    LEO/MEO/GEO station-keeping, orbit changes, constellation phase management, collision avoidance, end-of- life disposal

Medium/Large Satellite (200-450+ kg)

  • Total propellant mass: 200 kg

    Thruster configuration:
    4x 22 N thruster for ΔV 4-8x 5 N thruster for AOCS

    Total thrust: >100 N

    Specific impulse (isp):
    2300-2450 Ns/kg (235-250 s)

    Total impulse: > 450,000 Ns

    ΔV capability: 200-450 m/s

    Tank: 200 L PMD tank

    System lifetime: 8-15 years

    Power consumption: 200-480 W

    Control interface: CAN, RS-422

    Applications:
    MEO/GEO transfer, station-keeping, orbit changes, inclination changes, end-of-life disposal.

Applications

Our propulsion systems are used in a wide range of applications, including:

  • Satellite Deployment

  • Spacecraft Maneuvering

  • Space Exploration Missions

  • De Orbiting

  • Constelation phase management

Success Story

ECAPS has successfully deployed 19 Constellation Module Systems in collaboration with Planet, facilitating a range of applications including agriculture, energy and infrastructure, forestry and land use, defense and intelligence, maritime operations, and governmental initiatives.

Key Customer and Partners

Quality Assurance

At ECAPS, quality is our top priority. Our propulsion systems undergo rigorous testing and quality assurance processes to ensure they meet the highest standards of reliability and performance. We're proud to be ISO certified, demonstrating our commitment to quality and excellence.

Certifications

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