Revolution Space

Revolution Space, operating legally as Accion Systems Inc., is a developer of advanced in-space propulsion technologies designed to enhance satellite capabilities. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in the Boston area, the company focuses on creating scalable electric propulsion systems that are lighter and more efficient than conventional options. By redesigning the ion engine, Revolution Space has eliminated heavy components like tanks, valves, and toxic propellants, enabling the production of more powerful and manufacturable units.

The company's core business involves the research, development, and production of electric propulsion systems, specifically targeting the small satellite and CubeSat markets. Its proprietary ion beam technology is engineered to make affordable satellites more capable, offering clients improvements in scalability and performance. The business model appears to be centered on selling these advanced propulsion systems and related components directly to commercial and government entities. The company has a history of securing federal contracts, including Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) awards from the Department of the Air Force and NASA, to advance its electrospray thruster technology. These contracts have supported the maturation of their systems through both ground testing and spaceflight demonstrations.

Originally established as Accion Systems, the company has undergone significant growth, marked by several successful funding rounds including a Series C in 2021 and a subsequent later-stage venture round in September 2024 that raised $5.7 million. This capital is being used to accelerate product development and scale operations. Under the leadership of CEO and CTO Dr. Darren Garber, Revolution Space is guided by a board that includes former NASA Administrator Daniel Goldin as Chairman. The company serves a client base that requires sophisticated propulsion for various space missions, from commercial satellite constellations in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) to interplanetary CubeSat missions.

Keywords: in-space propulsion, electric propulsion, satellite technology, CubeSat thrusters, small satellite components, ion engine, electrospray thrusters, space systems, aerospace engineering, satellite propulsion, space exploration technology, commercial space, defense and space, satellite manufacturing, aerospace technology, NASA contracts, space mobility, satellite maneuverability, LEO satellites, deep space missions