This Startup Is Building Superconducting Satellite Motors The science behind superconducting materials has been around for decades, but its applications have only recently begun to take off.
At the forefront of this trend is a startup that's harnessing these extraordinary properties to revolutionize satellite propulsion systems.
What's Behind the Hype: Understanding Superconducting Materials Superconducting materials are remarkable for their ability to conduct electricity with zero resistance at very low temperatures, typically near absolute zero ( 273°C).