Liquid rocket propulsion
Liquid rocket propulsion developed and ground-tested in Europe, supporting our spaceplane programme.
See the hardwareRocket engine RÁMUS I
A liquid-propellant rocket engine with a 3D-printed, regeneratively cooled combustion chamber.
9 kNPeak thrust in ground tests
- Combustion chamber
- 3D-printed
- Cooling
- Regenerative
- Development & tests
- With CTU Space Research
The engine was developed and ground-tested with CTU Space Research, reaching 9 kN peak thrust.
Ground testing establishes propulsion experience; the aircraft installation and flight qualification remain part of future development.
From ground to flight
European components, simulation and additive manufacturing support rapid iteration from ground-test hardware toward flight integration.
Technology demonstrator
Refine the propulsion technology and test infrastructure through simulation, manufacture and ground testing.
Flight engine
Develop the engine and supporting systems for the intended flight environment.
Aircraft integration
Prepare the central rocket engine for the spaceplane concept, alongside two jet engines for runway operations.
Planned development stages
Engineering partnerships
Our team combines aerospace engineering, rocket propulsion and software development. Rapid prototyping, simulation, additive manufacturing and ground testing support the development programme.
- Propulsion development
- Manufacturing and test infrastructure
- Engine integration
The jet-powered drone is also intended for engine, payload and flight-control testing, alongside sensor and avionics validation.
Jet-engine flight testing Aircraft and propulsion roadmap
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