Inversion, a relatively new spacecraft company, has unveiled its Arc spacecraft, designed for rapid, on-demand delivery of cargo anywhere in the world. The company is targeting the US military, aiming to provide the capability to deliver up to 225 kg of supplies almost instantaneously. The concept involves pre-positioning Arc spacecraft in orbit for up to five years, ready to be deployed to land autonomously at a designated location within an hour of being called upon.
Founded in 2021 by Justin Fiaschetti and Austin Briggs, Inversion believes the true economic value of space lies in accessing the globe with physical cargo, not just data. To prove this, the company launched a small demonstration spacecraft named "Ray" earlier this year as part of SpaceX's Transporter-12 mission. Ray successfully demonstrated its ability to adjust its orbit and remains power positive, sending periodic updates to Inversion's flight controllers. Although Ray will not be making a controlled landing, the mission has provided valuable data, boosting confidence in their technology.
The Arc spacecraft is about the size of a large tabletop and is expected to launch by the end of 2026. It is a lifting body spacecraft designed to manoeuvre primarily within the atmosphere, offering a 1,000 km cross-range capability during reentry. It will land via parachutes, eliminating the need for a runway. Furthermore, its propulsion system utilises non-toxic materials, allowing personnel to approach the vehicle immediately after landing. The potential cargo could range from medical supplies to drones, providing critical support in time-sensitive situations.
Inversion has already constructed a full-scale manufacturing development unit of the primary structure for the first Arc vehicle. If Inversion, currently a team of 60, succeeds in bringing the Arc spacecraft to market, it would represent a significant advancement in global logistics and rapid response capabilities.
Fuente Original: https://arstechnica.com/space/2025/10/meet-the-arc-spacecraft-it-aims-to-deliver-cargo-anywhere-in-the-world-in-an-hour/
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