Technology for
Controlled Orbital
Operations & Return
ATMOS develops reusable space logistics and return technology designed for autonomous operations, precision re-entry, and repeatable mission cycles.
PHOENIX 2 – A Reusable Orbital Transfer and Return Vehicle
PHOENIX 2 is a reusable orbital transfer and return vehicle (OTRV) for autonomous cargo operations. It serves both as an in-orbit free-flyer platform and as the controlled re-entry vehicle, enabling two-way space logistics on a single integrated system.
PHOENIX 2 Spacecraft
Reusable orbital transfer and return vehicle (OTRV) for autonomous operations in Low Earth Orbit.
Inflatable Atmospheric Decelerator (IAD)
Non-ablative system functioning as heat shield and aerodynamic brake for controlled re-entry and reuse.
High Payload-to-Mass Efficiency
Optimised design for return efficiency and operational reuse.
Precision De-Orbit & Re-Entry Control
Integrated propulsion and guidance for predictable re-entry trajectories.
Precision Landing
Up to 10× higher landing accuracy compared to parachute-based re-entry systems
Reusable
Orbital Transfer
and Return Vehicle
PHOENIX 2 is a reusable orbital transfer and return vehicle designed for autonomous cargo missions. It combines in-orbit free-flyer operations with controlled re-entry and recovery, enabling repeatable and accountable return from space.
- Total payload capacity: 100 kg
- Flight duration: Selectable from 3 hours up to 12 months
- Late Access service for sample loading possibilities
- Regular status updates during flight and direct conrol of user defined interfaces
- Data: Ethernet and Serial interfaces
- Power: 50W (mean), 100W (peak),
unregulated 28V or various regulated levels (e.g. 5V, 12V, 24V) - Experiment form factors: 1U – 3U, ISS middeck locker or others on request factors on request)
- Pressurized main payload compartment (1 atm)
- Controlled thermal range (4 – 40°C)
- High microgravity level (< 10^-5 g)
- Payload integration at ATMOS facilities
- Transport to launch site from ATMOS facilities
- Late access at launch site
- Payload retrieval on return from space
- Payload return to customer selected general aviation airport
INFLATABLE
ATMOSPHERIC
DECELERATOR
Non-Ablative Re-Entry and Aerodynamic Deceleration
The Inflatable Atmospheric Decelerator (IAD) enables controlled deceleration from orbital velocities while serving as both heat shield and aerodynamic brake. Its non-ablative design minimizes material loss and environmental impact while improving re-entry control and payload efficiency.
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