# Aphelion Aeronautics

> Lighter steering systems enabling lower-cost satellites.

Aphelion Aeronautics develops compact spherical motor actuators for satellite electric propulsion pointing and spacecraft steering systems.

## Key Facts

- Official website: https://aphelion.aero/
- Contact: info@aphelion.aero
- Category: aerospace actuator, satellite steering system, spacecraft actuator
- Core technology: spherical motor actuator for electric propulsion pointing
- Recognition: Conrad Challenge 2026 Pete Conrad Scholar

## Product Specifications

- Volume: 2,520 cm3
- Peak power: 15.62 W
- Mass: 2.50 kg
- Payload capacity: 5.29 kg
- Part count: 8

## Claimed Advantages

- 84% volume savings versus conventional small satellite electric propulsion pointing mechanisms
- 29% power reduction versus conventional technology
- 70% mass reduction versus traditional systems

## Timeline

- September 2025: Prototype Build
- April 2026: Market Validation
- July 2026: Fundraising
- Q2 2027: M&A

## Team

- Landon Kummer: CEO
- Brandon Kirbyson: Mechanical
- Tobin Palmer: Systems

## Official Links

- Website: https://aphelion.aero/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aphelion-aeronautics
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aphelion.aeronautics/
- Technology video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f14DeRH9Dq0