Ice2Thrust.Space and SpaceVantage: Joining Forces to Build Europe’s Future Space Workforce
To maximise impact and align with Europe’s long-term vision for space, Ice2Thrust.Space is partnering with SpaceVantage, an EU-funded initiative (Grant Agreement No. 101246589) dedicated to strengthening Europe’s future space workforce by bridging education and industry. SpaceVantage develops future-ready skills, adaptive learning pathways, and sustainable education–industry collaboration models that embed digital, […]
New Publication: A Coupled Analytical-Simulation Approach to Redundant Small Spacecraft AOCS
Designing fault-tolerant thruster systems for the next generation of in-orbit servicing Ice2Thrust has published a new scientific paper presenting a coupled analytical and simulation framework for designing the Attitude and Orbit Control Systems (AOCS) of small spacecraft — with redundancy and real-world dynamics built in from the very first design […]
Meet our Scientists: Ice2Thrust.Space Highlights Leonor Jesus — Reaching for the Stars, One Test at a Time
On the picture: Leonor Jesus, Vacuum Test Bench Engineer, Technical University of Munich, Contributor to Ice2Thrust.Space (S4I2T) Ice2Thrust.Space is proud to spotlight Leonor Jesus, Vacuum Test Bench Engineer at the Technical University of Munich, whose passion for space and hands-on engineering is helping bring tomorrow’s propulsion systems to life. What […]
Meet our Scientists: Ice2Thrust.Space Highlights Alexander Dimov — Engineering the Links That Connect Us to Space
On the picture: Alexander Dimov, Antenna Engineer, EnduroSat, Contributor to Ice2Thrust.Space (S4I2T) Ice2Thrust.Space is proud to spotlight Alexander Dimov, Antenna Engineer at EnduroSat, whose expertise in communication systems has been central to the company’s growth from its very first days. Alexander has been part of EnduroSat since the company was […]
Ice2Thrust at SmallSat Europe 2026
Ice2Thrust will be represented at SmallSat Europe 2026, 27th of May 2026 through a poster presentation led by Tomas Mrazek and fellow researchers from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the University of Luxembourg, highlighting innovative developments in resilient spacecraft guidance, navigation, and control systems. The presented work, “A […]
Ice2Thrust at the Space Propulsion Conference 2026 — Bari, Italy
Ice2Thrust at the Space Propulsion Conference 2026 — Bari, Italy | 18–21 May 2026 | Bari, Italy | Session 92 — Thursday 21 May, 12:00 This week, our consortium partner Technical University of Munich (TUM) takes the stage at the 10th Space Propulsion Conference in Bari, Italy — one […]
EVE Takes Shape: Ice2Thrust Assembles Vacuum Testbench for Propulsion System Testing
A major infrastructure milestone is underway at the Technical University of Munich (TUM): the assembly of EVE, the Ice2Thrust project’s dedicated testbench for coupled electrolyser and thruster testing under vacuum conditions, at TUM’s facility in Ottobrunn. For the first time, EVE will allow the team to bring together prototypes of […]
Ice2Thrust at the 4S Symposium 2026: Advancing the Future of Small Satellite Propulsion
The Ice2Thrust (S4I2T) consortium was represented this week at the 4S Symposium — Small Satellites Systems and Services, one of the premier international events for the small satellite community. Held biennially, the 4S Symposium has been a cornerstone of the small satellite ecosystem since the early 1990s, growing from a […]
TUM Showcases Ice2Thrust Research at Space Resources Week 2026
From 4 to 7 May 2026, the Space Resources Week in Luxembourg once again brought together the global space resources community — this year welcoming 520 participants, making it the world’s largest international conference dedicated to the exploration and utilisation of space resources. The Technical University of Munich (TUM), lead […]
Meet our Scientists: Ice2Thrust.Space Highlights Alena Probst — From Mercury to the Outer Planets, Shaping Space Missions End to End
On the picture: Alena Probst, Project Manager, EnduroSat Space Services, Contributor to Ice2Thrust.Space (S4I2T) Ice2Thrust.Space is proud to spotlight Dr. Alena Probst, Project Manager at EnduroSat Space Services, whose remarkable career spans some of the most ambitious and far-reaching missions in modern space exploration. Alena’s background is in aerospace engineering, […]
Meet our Scientists: Ice2Thrust.Space Highlights Matteo El Hariry — Bridging AI and the Physical World
On the picture: Matteo El Hariry, Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Luxembourg, Contributor to Ice2Thrust.Space (S4I2T) Ice2Thrust.Space is proud to spotlight the contribution of Matteo El Hariry, Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Luxembourg, whose work on AI-driven autonomy is helping shape the future of intelligent space systems. Matteo’s path into […]
Major Milestone for Ice2Thrust: New Vacuum Chamber Installed at TUM
On the picture from left to right: Bas Timmerman (Hositrad Vacuum technology), Leonor Jesus (TUM), Sascha Dengler (TUM) and Sören Heizmann (TUM) Ice2Thrust.Space has reached an important milestone in its technology development journey. After months of planning, coordination, and preparation, the team at the Technical University of Munich has successfully […]
New Publication: Recent advancements and technology development roadmap of Water Electrolysis Propulsion Thrusters
Advancing Water-Based Propulsion for Spacecraft Ice2Thrust.Space has published a new scientific paper presenting recent advancements in Water Electrolysis Propulsion (WEP) thrusters and outlining a clear technology development roadmap toward high-performance, green space propulsion. The paper shows how water can serve as a safe, non-toxic alternative to conventional chemical propellants. By […]
New Publication: Towards a Water-Based Space Economy
What if the future of space exploration was built around one simple resource: water? A new Ice2Thrust.Space paper explores how water could become the foundation of a sustainable space economy — enabling spacecraft to refuel, extend their lifetimes, and operate more responsibly in increasingly crowded orbits. Instead of relying on […]
Raycho Raychev Champions Open Market for European Space Resilience at the 18th European Space Conference
On the picture: EnduroSat’s Founder and CEO, Raycho Raychev speaking at the panel discussion: “Transforming Europe’s Space Industrial Base: Scaling Production, Resilience, and Economic Security,” Brussels, Belgium – A call for a more dynamic, open, and outcome-driven market to secure Europe’s future in space was the central message from EnduroSat‘s Founder and […]
New Publication: Water Electrolysis as a Key Enabler for Future Space Missions
The Ice2Thrust.Space project has published a new scientific paper exploring water electrolysis as a critical enabling technology for next-generation space missions. The publication examines how water-based propulsion systems can support more sustainable, efficient, and autonomous in-space operations. The paper provides an overview of recent technological advances in water electrolysis, highlights […]
Meet our Scientists: Ice2Thrust.Space Showcases Viktor Danchev – Advancing Space Mobility Through Science and Engineering
On the picture: Viktor Danchev, Chief Technology Officer (CTO), EnduroSat, Contributor to Ice2Thrust.Space (S4I2T) Ice2Thrust.Space is proud to highlight the contribution of Viktor Danchev, Chief Technology Officer at EnduroSat, who plays a key role in shaping the advancing of Space Mobility through science and engineering. As the Chief Technology Officer of […]
Meet our Scientists: Reinforcement Learning for Autonomous Proximity Operations of Small Spacecraft
On the picture: Aman Arora, PhD Candidate, University of Luxembourg & Ice2Thrust.Space Reinforcement Learning Fuels New Advances in Autonomous Docking Research Ice2Thrust.Space is highlighting new research efforts within the consortium as we push toward safe, efficient, and fully autonomous in-orbit refuelling. Aman Arora, PhD candidate at the University of […]
Sharing Insights and Progress at the NaFSKI Conference
On the picture: Tom Mrazek, Technical University of Munich, Portfolio Manager WEP Docking & ACS Ice2Thrust and Fellow Projects Present Joint Research at NaFSKI Conference 2025 At the recent NaFSKI Conference (27-29 October 2025) in Sofia, Bulgaria, the Ice2Thrust team participated alongside E.T. Compact and GreenSWaP, presenting shared research topics […]
Ice2Thrust.Space at IAC 2025 in Sydney
On the picture:From left to right: Ice2Thrust.Space Project scientists Miguel A. Olivares-Mendez (University of Luxembourg), Sascha Dengler (Technical University of Munich), Sören Heizmann (Technical University of Munich). Ice2Thrust.Space at IAC 2025 in Sydney, 29 September – 03 October 2025 Ice2Thrust.Space took part in the International Astronautical Congress 2025, held in […]
Ice2Thrust.Space at Tech Tour Space 2025 in Bodø, Norway
On the picture: Networking at Tech Tour Space 2025, 11–12 September in Bodø In September 2025, the Ice2Thrust.Space team joined Tech Tour Space 2025, held on 11–12 September in Bodø. The event brought together Europe’s dynamic space innovation community, and we were glad to be on site sharing Ice2Thrust.Space flyers […]
Meet our scientists: Ice2Thrust.Space Highlights Tomas Mrazek — Engineering at the Edge of Possibility
On the picture: Tom Mrazek, Technical University of Munich, Portfolio Manager WEP Docking & ACS For Tomas Mrazek, curiosity has always come with a spark—sometimes literally, encouraged early on by teachers who valued experimentation. Not all attempts succeeded, but each failure accelerated a passion for understanding how things move, flow, […]
Space Challenges Turns 15: Inspiring the Next Generation of Space Leaders
In 2025, Space Challenges, the largest free educational program in space science, engineering, technology, and exploration, celebrates its 15th anniversary. Powered by EnduroSat, the program has spent over a decade transforming the way young minds from around the globe learn, collaborate, and innovate in the space sector. A Boot Camp […]
Ice2Thrust Project Advances Orbital Refueling with Docking Dynamics Testbench
On the picture: A candidate refilling interface undergoing misalignment testing As the space industry shifts toward greater sustainability and long-term mission capability, in-orbit servicing has emerged as a critical enabler for the next generation of satellite operations. Among the most essential components of this vision is the orbital refilling interface […]
Ice2Thrust Showcases Sustainable Propulsion Breakthroughs at Space Resources Week 2025
Luxembourg, 19-21 May 2025 — Space Resources Week, organized by the European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC), once again brought together over 500 experts, researchers, and industry leaders to discuss the future of off-Earth resource utilization. As one of the largest international gatherings focused on space resources, the event continues […]
First Hotfire Tests Mark Major Milestone in Ice2Thrust’s Water Electrolysis Propulsion Thruster Development
On the picture: Exhaust plume while hotfire testing of the WEP transpiration-cooling pathfinder thruster at Technical University of Munich (TUM) May 2025 — The Ice2Thrust project has successfully concluded the first phase of its Pathfinder thruster test campaign, marking a significant achievement in the development of sustainable in-space propulsion. […]
Starlight start for the Ice2Thrust project in Luxembourg
The official in-person kick-off meeting for the EIC-backed project Ice2Thrust.Space took place on the 27th of January 2025 in Luxembourg. The meeting was hosted by University of Luxembourg – one of the consortium partners kindly hosting the other 3 partners from Technical University of Munich (the Coordinator), EnduroSat, and Tech […]
Ice2Thrust.Space launched on the 1st of September 2024!
Ice2Thrust.Space launched on the 1st of September 2024!
Ice2Thrust Project partners
The consortium of Ice2Thrust.Space consists of 4 partners, from 3 different European countries.