| Name | BSS1 (Starling, DFAST Benchmark CubeSat) |
|---|---|
| Type | CubeSat |
| Units or mass | 3U |
| Status | Launch failure |
| Launched | 2021-09-02 |
| NORAD ID | Launch failure |
| Deployer | ISIPOD [ISISpace] |
| Launcher | Firefly Alpha |
| Organisation | Benchmark Space Systems |
| Institution | Company |
| Entity | Commercial |
| Nation | US |
| Manufacturer | AIVT by NearSpace Launch |
| Oneliner |
Demonstrate DFAST propulsion system. |
| Description |
Demonstrate DFAST propulsion system, which uses inert non-toxic powdered fuel that is filled before shipping and remains inert until pressurization command is triggered on-orbit. |
| Sources | [1] [2] |
| Photo sources | [1] [2] [3] |
| COTS subsystems |
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| Keywords | Propulsion |
Last modified: 2023-06-03
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