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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Ice2Thrust.Space and Project FIERCE: Joining Forces for a Sustainable Space Economy
To maximise impact and contribute to Europe’s long-term strategic vision for space, Ice2Thrust.Space has joined forces with Project FIERCE, an EU-funded initiative focused on building resilient, interoperable, and future-ready foundations for Europe’s space infrastructure. Project FIERCE aims to strengthen Europe’s technological sovereignty by developing robust system architectures, enhancing interoperability across…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Ice2Thrust.Space at Space Tech Expo Europe 2025
Ice2Thrust.Space was represented at Space Tech Expo Europe 2025, taking place on 18–20 November 2025. The event brought together industry leaders, researchers, investors, and policymakers to discuss the latest advancements shaping the future of space technology. On Day 3 of the event, our Project Coordinator Chiara Manfletti, Professor at Technical…
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Ice2Thrust Participates in the 2nd EIC Pathfinder Portfolio Meeting on In-Space Solar Energy Harvesting
On 27 October 2025, Ice2Thrust.Space participated in the 2nd Pathfinder Portfolio Meeting of WP23: In-Space Solar Energy Harvesting (ISSEH), organised under the European Innovation Council Space Portfolio initiative. The meeting brought together the nine projects within the WP23 portfolio to review progress, align research priorities, and contribute to the upcoming…
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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…
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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…
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Ice2Thrust and ZEUS Join Forces to Advance Space Sustainability and Energy Innovation
At Ice2Thrust.Space (S4I2T), we are excited to announce our partnership with ZEUS, part of the Pathfinder Portfolio and an ambitious research project focused on zero-loss energy harvesting using nanowire solar cells in space. Our collaboration will drive advancements in sustainable in-orbit power generation and energy transmission, ensuring the long-term sustainability…
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Ice2Thrust.Space and JUMP INTO SPACE Join Forces to Spark a New Era in Space Sustainability
Big things happen when bold ideas collide—and that’s exactly what’s unfolding in our latest partnership with JUMP INTO SPACE, a fellow Pathfinder Portfolio project with an eye on the stars and a heart for sustainability. At Ice2Thrust.Space (S4I2T), we’re driven by the idea that the future of space exploration depends…
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Ice2Thrust and GreenSWaP Unite to Propel Space Sustainability and Energy Innovation
At Ice2Thrust.Space (S4I2T), we are excited to announce our partnership with GreenSWaP, an innovative Pathfinder Portfolio project focused on Green Solar-to-Propellant Water Propulsion. Our collaboration will drive advancements in sustainable propulsion technologies, ensuring the long-term sustainability of space activities and energy solutions for Earth. This partnership strengthens our mutual commitment…
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