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flag New Zealand’s Zenno Astronautics will launch the Supertorquer in 2026 to test fuel-free spacecraft control using Earth’s magnetic field.

flag In late 2026, New Zealand’s Zenno Astronautics will launch the Supertorquer, a superconducting magnetic actuator, aboard Portal Space Systems’ Starburst-1 mission. flag The system will demonstrate fuel-free spacecraft control using Earth’s magnetic field and solar power, enabling rapid maneuvers, rendezvous, and re-tasking in a year-long sun-synchronous orbit. flag The mission aims to validate advanced capabilities for national security and commercial space operations, marking a milestone for New Zealand’s space innovation and sustainable spacecraft technology.

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