Agenda

Selecting propulsion for a satellite is no longer a simple task. With dozens of technologies and suppliers on the market, wrong early decisions can significantly impact mission cost, operations, schedule, and long-term performance.

This session provides a practical framework for choosing the right propulsion system for smallsat and constellation missions. It goes beyond headline performance numbers and addresses operational constraints, economics, regulatory aspects, ground logistics, reliability, supplier maturity, and hidden lifecycle costs – helping mission teams ask the right questions.

Key Takeaways

• A practical decision framework for selecting propulsion beyond thrust, Isp, and mass budgets
• How to compare different propulsion technologies and suppliers and ask the right technical and programmatic questions
• Key non-obvious factors affecting mission lifecycle, operations, regulations, logistics, cost, and long-term reliability