Star Catcher Secures $12.25M to Develop Space-Based Power Grid
Florida startup aims to revolutionize satellite operations with orbital energy infrastructure
- Star Catcher Industries plans to launch a constellation of power-beaming satellites in low Earth orbit.
- The company aims to alleviate power constraints on spacecraft, enabling more power-intensive activities.
- Initial funding will support ground demonstrations and a sub-scale orbital test by December 2025.
- The network will provide energy on demand to satellites, potentially transforming the space industry.
- Founders Andrew Rush and Michael Snyder bring extensive experience from Made In Space and Redwire.