The Demand Signal: Space

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Fuel-Flexible Spacecraft Electric Propulsion System

Department of War · Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency · STTR Topic · 26.TZ

posted 2 September 2026 · closes 21 October 2026

Summary

The notice seeks development of a fuel‑flexible spacecraft electric propulsion system that can operate efficiently on air, water, or mixed propellants with greater than 30% electrical efficiency. This capability would enable more versatile in‑situ resource utilization for low Earth orbit and higher‑orbit missions, expanding the market and mission flexibility.

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