Our Shooting Star cargo module is equipped with six aft-pointing thrusters. Following separation during launch, these thrusters serve as the primary propulsion mechanism until Dream Chaser is maneuvered and aligned with the International Space Station.
Sierra Space
Verteidigung und Raumfahrtindustrie
Louisville, Colorado (CO) 107,371 followers
Giving humanity a platform in Space to benefit life on Earth.
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Sierra Space is building a shared ecosystem in space for scientific collaboration and innovation to benefit life on Earth. With technologies that make space more affordable and accessible, we’re dedicated to creating a prosperous and secure space economy that will benefit all of humanity. Rapidly advancing toward the launch of the next generation of space transportation, the world’s first commercial spaceplane, Dream Chaser®, will perform cargo supply and return missions for NASA - delivering up to 12,000 pounds of cargo to the International Space Station (ISS) at a time. Sierra Space is also the developer of the Large Integrated Flexible Environment (LIFE™), a modular, three-story inflatable habitat that we are developing as we build the first commercial space station. The unique structure will provide opportunities for multiple businesses including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and other sectors, to optimize zero gravity benefits.
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- Verteidigung und Raumfahrtindustrie
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- 1.001-5.000 Mitarbeiter
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- Louisville, Colorado (CO)
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- 2021
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Today, on Women's Equality Day, we are proud to recognize the talented women at Sierra Space who help drive our mission forward to benefit life on Earth. Their contributions, both visible and behind the scenes, are crucial to our collective success. By fostering inclusive environments, we empower future generations and ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Blog: https://lnkd.in/eQunDPCh #WomensEqualityDay
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This summer, Marcus DeLaTorre – Test Engineer II, conquered one of his goals and ascended Mt. Kilimanjaro, after his support of the Dream Chaser environmental test campaign. Proud to represent a team that’s reaching new heights, both Earth and beyond, Marcus held the Sierra Space flag high at the summit to celebrate the achievement. “Climbing to the Roof of Africa was an amazing challenge & celebration to cap off the ATF campaign before heading into final testing at KSC. I want to also thank the local Tanzanian guides at XPATS International Team for supporting my ascent.” – Marcus DeLaTorre.
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We have been selected to participate in the Space Systems Command's Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Tools Applications and Processing (TAP) Lab Apollo Accelerator Cohort 4. Our team will be working on AI and Machine Learning capabilities to proactively detect potentially dangerous events that could threaten friendly satellites in orbit. Press Release: https://lnkd.in/eWhSMYEz
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Our team is developing an innovative Catalytic Oxidizer (CatOx) to process volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other gaseous byproducts to maintain a safe and sterile environment in space habitats. Our CatOx technology is incorporated onboard the Trash Compaction & Processing System (TCPS), as a source contaminant control system. This system manages waste during extended space missions, such as those beyond low-Earth Orbit (LEO). The TCPS technology compacts astronaut trash into solid tiles that are easy to store, safe to handle, and capable of providing additional radiation protection. This technology is particularly promising for space missions due to the lower energy consumption and ability to handle low reactant concentrations without requiring high operational temperatures. Blog: https://lnkd.in/eKxwfvqM
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Witness the power of precision with this slow-motion capture of our LIFE 285 article bursting under pressure. Every detail matters when we're pushing the boundaries of space station technology. Full Video: https://lnkd.in/eKiKTAZc
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This year, our 2024 Intern Academy welcomed three exceptional fellows from the Matthew Isakowitz, Brooke Owens, and Patti Grace Smith fellowship programs. These fellows gained hands-on experience and mentorship while contributing to significant projects alongside our team. Our partnerships with these esteemed fellowship programs enable us to support the development of these talented individuals. By investing in their growth, we not only contribute to their success but also to the future of the industry as a whole. Meet our 2024 Intern Academy Fellows: ◾ Isabel Kim, 2024 Systems Engineering Intern, Princeton University Fellowship: Matthew Isakowitz ◾ Tess Johnson, 2024 Test Engineering Intern, Colorado School of Mines Fellowship: Brooke Owens ◾ Abeni Belay, 2024 Systems Engineering Intern, University of Texas at Dallas Fellowship: Patti Grace Smith Read more: https://lnkd.in/eAt_jmqj
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Last month, we announced the second successful Ultimate Burst Pressure test for our LIFE 285 module. The objective of this test was to exceed the NASA 4x Safety Factor of 60.8 psi with a consistent result to our first test of 77 psi. This second test delivered similar results – within five percent of the pressure loading of the first test – with this one reaching 74 psi, exceeding NASA’s 4x safety factor by 22 percent. Full video: https://bit.ly/4fC7S62
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In preparation for ongoing Advanced Plant Habitat (APH) studies, our APH Facility Support team is sending essential parts to the International Space Station on today’s commercial resupply mission that launched from SLC-40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. APH is the largest, fully automated plant growth research facility used to conduct plant bioscience research on the International Space Station (ISS). Learn more about APH: https://lnkd.in/eEsD2piP Video by NASA.