MPGE engine completes first firing tests with Sòphia-built hardware
The MPGE bi-propellant engine completed its first firing tests using a combustion chamber and injection plate manufactured by Sòphia High Tech.
Evidence notes
- The engine performed as expected and exceeded the expected combustion efficiency.
- Sòphia manufactured the combustion chamber and injection plate, including the injectors.
- The hardware used qualified metal additive-manufacturing and CNC processes for nickel-based space parts.
Company context
Italian aerospace and defence engineering manufacturer producing precision metal components, assemblies and special-purpose robotic systems with additive manufacturing and CNC machining.