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Ranger will carry 4,000 kg of hydrazine propellant on board to enable rapid maneuvering.

Topic: technologyRegion: north americaUpdated: i2 outletsSources: 5Spectrum: Center OnlyFiltered: US/Canada (2/5)· Clear⏱ 2 min read
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The company is developing a spacecraft, Ranger, that is about the size of a Volkswagen Beetle before its solar panels are deployed. Ranger is intended to provide the military an unparalleled maneuvering capability in space, from low-Earth orbit to geostationary orbit to cislunar space.
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KEY FACTS
  • The company is developing a spacecraft, Ranger, that is about the size of a Volkswagen Beetle before its solar panels are deployed.
  • Ranger is intended to provide the military an unparalleled maneuvering capability in space, from low-Earth orbit to geostationary orbit to cislunar space.
  • The spacecraft can also be refueled, and it can refuel others.” Bridenstine said the US Space Force is interested in bringing on new capabilities for in-space maneuvering.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT

This development falls within the broader context of Technology activity in North America.

Current reporting indicates: This week, Bridenstine was named chief executive of a Maryland-based company, called Quantum Space, that builds “advanced maneuverable spacecraft.” The company is developing a spacecraft, Ranger, that is about the size of a Volkswagen Beetle before its solar panels are deployed.

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Former NASA chief takes helm of national security space firm Former NASA chief takes helm of national security space firm - Ars Technica Biz & IT * Day & Night Former NASA chief takes helm of national security space firm “The spacecraft can also be refueled, and it can refuel others.” – May 7, 2026 7:00 am A rendering of the Ranger spacecraft.

Credit: This week, Bridenstine was named chief executive of a Maryland-based company, called Quantum Space, that builds “advanced maneuverable spacecraft.” “For u

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