NEWS | MAY 17, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that we’ve achieved the majority of our Flight-1 objectives, marking a significant leap forward in space innovation! Our journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, from the groundbreaking first-ever autonomous in-space weld to the historic return of flown-in-space Electron-beam welder samples. These samples will be meticulously analyzed by NASA and the European Space Agency, paving the way for groundbreaking discoveries.
Throughout this milestone-filled journey, we have:
This is just the beginning of our continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of possibility in space exploration. Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we chart a course towards new frontiers!
Video of the launch and the system created by XTEND
Photo of the payload with ThinkOrbital team.
Flight-1 Mission Patch
Photos of the payload in the facility and rocket.
About ThinkOrbital
ThinkOrbital Inc. is a leading space infrastructure developer that is revolutionizing the industry with its cutting-edge autonomous in-space assembly and welding capabilities. The company’s flagship product, the ThinkPlatform, is a single-launch configured multi-mission space platform that can support a wide range of private and public sector needs, including satellite servicing, space debris removal, in-space manufacturing, research missions, on-orbit storage and refueling, and even space tourism. With its scalable and cost-efficient technology, ThinkOrbital is poised to play a major role in the commercialization of the new space economy. To learn more about the company and its innovative solutions, visit thinkorbital.com.
NEWS | MAY 17, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that we’ve achieved the majority of our Flight-1 objectives, marking a significant leap forward in space innovation! Our journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, from the groundbreaking first-ever autonomous in-space weld to the historic return of flown-in-space Electron-beam welder samples. These samples will be meticulously analyzed by NASA and the European Space Agency, paving the way for groundbreaking discoveries.
Throughout this milestone-filled journey, we have:
This is just the beginning of our continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of possibility in space exploration. Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we chart a course towards new frontiers!
Video of the launch and the system created by XTEND
Photo of the payload with ThinkOrbital team.
Flight-1 Mission Patch
Photos of the payload in the facility and rocket.
About ThinkOrbital
ThinkOrbital Inc. is a leading space infrastructure developer that is revolutionizing the industry with its cutting-edge autonomous in-space assembly and welding capabilities. The company’s flagship product, the ThinkPlatform, is a single-launch configured multi-mission space platform that can support a wide range of private and public sector needs, including satellite servicing, space debris removal, in-space manufacturing, research missions, on-orbit storage and refueling, and even space tourism. With its scalable and cost-efficient technology, ThinkOrbital is poised to play a major role in the commercialization of the new space economy. To learn more about the company and its innovative solutions, visit thinkorbital.com.
