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Orbit Fab qualifies RAFTI high-pressure interface for electric and chemical propulsion

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Orbit Fab says its RAFTI high-pressure interface is qualified for use with electric and chemical propulsion systems. The first unit is scheduled for an on-orbit test in late 2026, providing a flight demonstration of the interface after qualification.

Discovered 2026-10-07T01:34:42.907751-07:00 | 2026-10-07T01:34:42.907751-07:00

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  • Qualification establishes RAFTI for two propulsion categories, broadening the systems it can support.
  • The planned late-2026 on-orbit test will provide a flight demonstration; the cluster does not specify the test mission or its scope.

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