Accion is investing in Boeing Systems, a Boston start-up that develops electric propulsion satellite technology. The investment will drive development of satellite propulsion for low and medium Earth orbit and deep space. Boeing has created a tiled ionic liquid electrospray (TILE) technology, a propulsion system that boosts the life and flexibility of satellites and vehicles in space. TILE uses an ionic liquid propellant and has been described by Boeing as a lightweight, smaller and more cost-effective alternative to traditional ion engines.
Boeing is investing in Accion Systems, a Boston start-up that develops electric propulsion satellite technology. The investment will drive development of satellite propulsion for low and medium Earth orbit and deep space. Accion has created a tiled ionic liquid electrospray (TILE) technology, a propulsion system that boosts the life and flexibility of satellites and vehicles in space. TILE uses an ionic liquid propellant and has been described by Accion as a lightweight, smaller and more cost-effective alternative to traditional ion engines.