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Yank Technologies wins Space Force contract to study wireless satellite charging

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Yank Technologies will assess whether satellites can be recharged in orbit using wireless power under a U.S. Space Force small-business contract. The concept could reduce reliance on physical docking during servicing missions, potentially enabling new approaches to satellite sustainment and on-orbit operations.

Discovered 2026-09-01T06:22:28.720028-07:00 | 2026-09-01T06:22:28.720028-07:00

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  • The study examines wireless in-orbit power transfer as an alternative to physical docking during satellite servicing missions.
  • If viable, the technology could support satellite sustainment and on-orbit operations while reducing docking requirements.
  • The U.S. Space Force’s small-business contract signals government interest in power technologies for future space operations.

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