Star Catcher shows Space Energy Beaming Tech in Jacksonville Stadium
Star Catcher Industries, Inc. (“Star Catcher”), a leader in the field of space-space energy transfer, has completed his first public demonstration of space-consuming technology. This milestone event, held in Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, marks considerable progress in the direction of the development of a space -based energy network that is designed to offer uninterrupted power to satellites and space infrastructure.
During the demonstration, Star Catcher started his own system to use concentrated solar energy and shine over a distance of more than 100 meters. The energy was transferred to a series of standard satellite solar panels, so that the compatibility of the system was effectively presented with existing spacecraft hardware. This demonstration emphasized the adaptability of Star Catcher’s technology, which does not require adjustments to the current satellite power systems, making seamless integration into existing orbital platforms.
“This demonstration marks the first end-to-end test of our space-wise bundle technology, which shows that we can collect energy and ship wirelessly with the precision needed for space applications,” said Andrew Rush, co-founder and CEO of Star Catcher. “Today’s success brings us a step closer to eliminating current restrictions in space and unlocking new possibilities for satellites and the customers they serve.”
The Everbank Stadium event is a fundamental performance for the planned Star Catcher Network, an orbital electricity infrastructure that is intended to offer on-demand, continuous energy supply to satellites and other space-based assets. By validating the core functionality of his power transmission technology in a real-world setting, Star Catcher has shown that his willingness is to go on larger scaling applications.
Looking ahead, the company is preparing for an more ambitious test at Space Florida’s Launch and Landing Facility (LLF) this summer. This future demonstration is intended to send hundreds of watts wirelessly over a kilometer wirelessly, so that several simulated satellites are confirmed at the same time. The LLF site, historically used for landings of Space Shuttle, offers a suitable background for this next development phase.
The momentum of Star Catcher in promoting Space Power Solutions is further strengthened by recent financial and government support. The company has obtained a $ 12.25 million seed investment that was also led by initialized capital and B capital. In addition, it received an Afwerx SBIR phase 1 contract to improve its options in space-based power transfer.
Star Catcher is rooted in Jacksonville and has deep ties with the local ecosystem of the space innovation. By organizing its inaugural technology demonstration in Everbank Stadium, in collaboration with the Jacksonville Jaguars, the company strengthened its dedication to the involvement of the community. The event also served as a unique educational platform, so that local students could start with groundbreaking space technology developed in their region.
