2024 was another year of innovation and success for SETS! As we look back, it’s time to celebrate the milestones that strengthened our position as a frontrunner in electric propulsion and space technologies.
For SETS, 2024 was a productive and inspiring year, and we are ready to take on 2025! Here’s a recap of the highlights that made it special.
The First Anniversary Of SPS-25’s Successful Operation
Importantly, this year marked the first anniversary of the successful operation of our SPS-25 electric propulsion system onboard the EOSAT-1 satellite by EOS Data Analytics.
Launched in January 2023 aboard a Falcon 9 rocket, the SPS-25 system was developed and tested under challenging conditions in Ukraine. However, we completed the final assembly in just seven months, far ahead of the industry standard!
We are especially proud that the SPS-25 successfully demonstrated its operational performance in orbit. The system will adjust the satellite’s orbit, ensuring precise imaging and consistent data collection for agricultural analytics. This marks a significant milestone, s SETS quickly gained flight heritage and will now support EOSAT-1’s mission over its five-year operational life.
The SPS-40 Electric Propulsion System was Successful
Although the SPS-40 electric propulsion system was launched into space in 2021, its first operations happened in 2024.
The SPS-40 has performed a number of successful ignitions, confirming its performance in orbit. It is the first SETS propulsion system to be launched into orbit, validating both its design and technical viability. The propulsion system telemetry obtained from the spacecraft will be crucial for analyzing the system’s performance and improving future modifications of SETS propulsion systems. We’re excited to see the SPS-40 continue its operations onboard the spacecraft in 2025!
International Collaboration With A South Korean Company
In 2024, we expanded our international connections by partnering with South Korea’s EPS Tech, a renowned producer of satellite electrical power systems. Under this contract, we manufactured and delivered two ST-25 Hall thrusters tailored for the operational demands of small satellites.
The ST-25 Hall-effect thruster has demonstrated its capabilities as a low-power (up to 200 W), efficient propulsion solution for a wide range of applications. Its ability to precisely maintain satellite orbits, ensure stable positioning and support controlled deorbiting highlighted its effectiveness.
NASA Once Again Recognized Our Thrusters
2024 brought recognition for SETS’s Hall thrusters, and our ST-25 and ST-40 have once again earned a place on NASA’s prestigious “State-of-the-Art Small Spacecraft Technology” list!
This marks the fourth time SETS’s products have been included in the agency’s report, solidifying their position as leading propulsion solutions.
We Participated In Space Tech Expo Europe
We were also proud to have participated in one of the most significant events in the space industry, Space Tech Expo Europe, which our team attended for the fifth time. The event gave us an incredible opportunity to network with industry leaders and showcase our growing recognition, especially following the successful EOS SAT-1 launch.
We eagerly look forward to exhibiting live propulsion system demos at future events, since Space Tech Expo Europe is always a valuable platform for staying at the forefront of the space industry.
We Went Public!
Finally, 2024 was a big year for our company in terms of public visibility:
We proudly launched our official Wikipedia page, marking a significant milestone in our journey and enhancing our online presence.
We gained valuable media exposure, being featured on prominent platforms such as Spacewatch.global and The Constellations, which helped us reach a broader audience and further establish our reputation in the space industry.
