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Tesseract

Tesseract builds better thrusters for modern satellites

Y CombinatorSummer 2017ActiveIndustrialsAviation and SpaceSpace ExplorationSatellitesRocketry

What they do

Problem

Satellite and space mission operators need more cost-effective, reliable in-space propulsion to maneuver, maintain orbit, and complete missions.

Solution

Tesseract provides cost-effective thruster propulsion components and systems for in-space applications across satellites and space missions.

Who it's for

Commercial satellite operators and space mission organizations running robotic exploration or human spaceflight programs.

Founders

Erik Franks
Founder/CEO

I have founded two startups and raised $2.3M, hired and managed 50 employee team, 5 customer satellites using our rockets to maneuver, won 20+ NASA contracts and competitions, and shipped 1.5M orders. I'm passionate about my work and want to make a positive difference for humanity.

Jeff Gibson
Founder/COO
Jake Teufert
Founder/CTO

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