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HyImpulse - SL1

Launcher name	SL1
Launcher status	Development
First launch	2024
Launch delay	First announced launch: 2022
Launches	0
Launch cost	$4.1M
Cost per kg	8200 $/kg
Performance	500 kg
Launch type	Land
Propellant type	Hybrid, Paraffin
Reusability	Planned
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Company	HyImpulse
Oneliner	We are developing an orbital small launcher, powered by our unique, green hybrid propulsion technology, delivering a higher performance at a fraction of the cost, with a higher operational safety and flexibility.
Notes	ESA awards €1.5 million to three German launch startups, 2020-11-03. The In Orbit Aerospace re-entry capsule is scheduled to fly as part of the maiden flight on HyImpulse’s orbital vehicle, Small Launcher SL1 in 2024.
Funding	$4M+
Country	Germany
Founded	2018
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Last modified: 2023-09-18

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