In the transition to e-pump-fed rocket engines, the storage and delivery of electrical energy become as mission-critical as the propellant itself. To power the high-performance systems of the Starlight program, Elara Aerospace has partnered with V4Smart, a specialist in advanced battery cell technology.
V4Smart provides the high-discharge, high-energy-density battery cells required to drive the electric motors of Elara's propulsion systems. Unlike traditional pressure-fed or gas-generator cycles, Elara's electric-pump cycle relies on a robust electrical foundation to maintain consistent chamber pressure throughout the flight duration. V4Smart’s cells are specifically engineered to handle the extreme thermal and structural loads experienced during a launch campaign.
"The energy density and discharge rates we require are at the absolute edge of what’s possible. V4Smart’s battery technology is the heartbeat of our electric propulsion system."
Beyond the vehicle itself, V4Smart’s technology is integrated into Elara’s autonomous ground support equipment and mobile command centers. This ensures that every system, from the flight computer to the remote test stands, is powered by a reliable, high-performance energy source capable of operating in the most demanding aerospace environments.
By securing a partnership with a leading battery cell provider, Elara Aerospace is ensuring that the Starlight vehicle is equipped with the modern energy storage solutions required for reusable, sustainable space access.