While all eyes have been on the recent SpaceX IPO, another, smaller aerospace company is preparing to go public as well. Quantum Space will initiate an IPO by merging with the special purpose acquisition company, Inflection Point Acquisition Corp. VI. The deal is supposed to close later this year.
Quantum Space was founded several years ago with a proposed line of spacecraft called Ranger. Ranger would operate from low Earth orbit to cis-lunar space in a variety of roles. The highly maneuverable ship will be used to service commercial satellites, move payloads to their ultimate destinations, possibly dispose of large space junk and for national defense purposes related to the proposed Golden Dome missile defense system.
Ranger’s flexibility means it wouldn’t be limited to a fixed orbit, which would be very beneficial for Golden Dome. It will also be refuellable, extending its operational life…