Our expert team can talk you through the various propellant gas delivery options and modes so you are prepared for all eventualities.
All Fired Up for a Successful Launch
Working closely with you in the lead-up to your launch to plan reliable propellant gas supplies, manage risks and coordinate resources for smooth liftoff.
Liquefied Gases as Propellants
Engine testing is a critical step before launching satellites and other spacecraft, determining whether the engine is reliable for safe liftoff. Controlled ground tests measure factors such as thrust, fuel and oxidizer flow rates, combustion stability, vibration and thermal performance. These tests are performed in test stands and again on the rocket itself. Launch fuels/oxidizers burn for the full duration of the launch - usually lasting around eight or nine minutes. As a result, pre-launch testing often consumes several times more propellant than the launch itself.
We work closely with you to plan gas supply, manage risks and coordinate resources so you can adhere to critical launch windows. Our service includes flexible deliveries of liquefied propellants such as hydrogen (H2) and oxygen (O2), often with multiple waves of gas deliveries over several days leading up to launch.