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Star Catcher’s Orbital Power-Beaming Prototype Readied for SpaceX Transporter Mission

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Star Catcher says its prototype orbital power node is prepared for launch on a SpaceX Transporter mission targeted for no earlier than Oct. 1. The mission will demonstrate the company’s power-beaming technology in orbit.

Discovered 2026-09-28T05:20:09.054843-07:00 | 2026-09-28T05:20:09.054843-07:00

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  • The launch marks an in-orbit demonstration of Star Catcher’s prototype power node and its approach to orbital power beaming.
  • A targeted SpaceX Transporter mission provides a defined path to flight for an emerging space technology, with launch currently scheduled no earlier than Oct. 1.

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