Nautel has announced plans to research and develop a high power RF amplifier for application in space travel. This amplifier will be used for plasma generation and subsequent acceleration in an electric spacecraft propulsion system. Nautel is collaborating with Ad Astra Rocket Company of Texas in the development of this technology.
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“Nautel’s compact and light weight high power RF technology is critical to a successful space application. In addition, the low voltage requirements of these RF transmitters make them compatible with the voltage output of space-borne solar power arrays, eliminating costly and bulky power transformers and other intermediate power conditioning equipment.”
Dr. Franklin Chang Díaz
Chairman and CEO, Ad Astra