California-based Reflect Orbital has signed an agreement with Indian space-tech firm Skyroot Aerospace to secure two dedicated satellite launches for its space-based solar energy infrastructure.

Mission Details and Vehicles

The agreement expands the commercial manifest for Skyroot Aerospace using its Vikram series of launch vehicles to place specialized satellites into orbit.

• First Flight: Vikram series launch vehicles
• Second Flight: Vikram series launch vehicles
• Company Partnership: Agreement between California and India

Technology and Applications

Reflect Orbital is building technology designed to reflect sunlight to ground-based solar farms during nighttime hours, effectively extending the operational window for solar energy production.

• Core Mission: Reflect sunlight toward ground-based solar farms
• Operational Target: Extend solar energy production during nighttime hours
• Industry Impact: Demonstrates growing demand for dedicated, cost-effective launch services

This collaboration marks a significant milestone for Skyroot Aerospace as it continues to expand its international client base and demonstrates the growing demand for dedicated, cost-effective launch services for innovative space applications.