To any point in the world in an hour: the latest space delivery system was presented in the USA
Фото: Inversion
The American company Inversion has presented a new spacecraft, Arc, capable of delivering cargo weighing up to 225 kg to almost any place on the planet in less than an hour.
This is reported by Ars Technica.
According to Inversion co-founder and CEO Justin Fiachetti, the basic concept is to place such vehicles in orbit, where they can remain in standby mode for up to five years. If necessary, Arc can autonomously descend and land at a designated point.
“Our main mission is to have Arcs ready in orbit, which can be called upon at any time. They are capable of delivering the necessary cargo to the right place in less than an hour,” Fiachetti emphasized.
Inversion was founded in 2021 by Justin Fiachetti and Austin Briggs, both of whom studied at Boston University. Fiachetti previously interned at SpaceX and Relativity Space, working on rocket engine development.
In January this year, the company tested its first 90-kg Ray spacecraft. It was able to change orbit and maintain communication with the control center, but did not perform a controlled landing. Despite this, the test was considered successful and preparations began for the production of larger Arc systems. The first launch is scheduled for the end of 2026.
The Arc design is made in the form of a “lifting body”, which allows it to maneuver during atmospheric entry and deviate from the course by up to 1000 km. Landing will be carried out using parachutes, without the need for a runway. The use of non-toxic fuel allows you to operate the device immediately after landing.
Arc is primarily seen as a tool for US military purposes. According to Inversion management, it will be able to deliver both medical supplies and drones: the main thing is to provide the necessary on time, even during combat.
The company currently employs about 60 people and has already produced the first full-scale prototype of the device. However, experts note that the creation and launch of such technologies remains an extremely difficult task.
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