Propulsion

Hybrid Propulsion

ASRI –One, Two, Three, Four

• Manufacturing partner for the Phoenix hybrid sounding rocket programme of the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s Aerospace Systems Research Institute
• Rocket Motor components and composite structures
• Manufacturing, material science and design enhancements for motors and airframes

https://omny.fm/shows/safm-sunrise-1/ukzn-and-dsi-successfully-launch-test-rockets-phoe

https://www.citizen.co.za/lifestyle/technology/ukzn-celebrates-phoenix-1-d-hybrid-rocket-launch

https://www.dst.gov.za/index.php/media-room/latest-news/3302-test-rocket-phoenix-1b-mark-iir-launches-successfully-in-the-Overberg

https://www.businessinsider.co.za/watch-sa-rocket-launches-almost-18km-into-the-air-setting-a-new-african-record-2021-3

Liquid Propulsion

We are currently working with the Aerospace Systems Research Institute to develop manufacturing solutions for their SAFFIRE liquid rocket engine development programme, including for the manufacture of combustion chamber casings.

• Development of the first composite LoX compatible pressure vessel in Africa. 
• Two composite rocket motor casing completed