Electric Satellite Propulsion System Ready for Operation
Electric propuslion systems for satellites are generating significant interest, with Israel's Rafael being onr of the pioneers in the field.

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems (Stand N53) has completed initial testing of its electric propulsion system on the Venµs satellite, a joint venture between the Israeli Space Agency (ISA) and France’s CNES (Centre National d’Etudes Spatiales). The new propulsion system has undergone a conclusive systems test, and can be declared operational. The tests were conducted by Rafael’s own mission center via a ground communication station provided by IAI. Rafael has been involved in space projects for around 30 years, working closely with the ISA but also with foreign partners. The company’s space components are on around 70 satellites.