Inversion Space Ignites a New Era of Orbital Logistics
A U.S.-based startup, Inversion Space, is set to usher in a new era of space-based logistics by developing a reusable spacecraft designed to deliver cargo anywhere on Earth within just one hour. Founded in 2021, the company is building its innovative reentry vehicle named Arc, which can transport up to 500 pounds of payload at unprecedented speed, according to a report by Gizmodo.
The Arc spacecraft measures four feet wide and eight feet tall. It is designed to store cargo in orbit for up to five years and, when needed, autonomously re-enter Earth’s atmosphere, landing safely with the aid of a parachute.
Inversion Space aims to deploy hundreds of Arc vehicles in low Earth orbit, creating a global logistics network capable of near-instant deliveries. The company is particularly targeting the U.S. Department of Defense, emphasizing that the technology could enable rapid deployment of essential equipment during warfare or emergency situations.
Earlier this year, the company successfully launched its first test spacecraft, Ray, aboard a SpaceX rideshare mission. With a compact team of just 25 members, Inversion Space has set an ambitious goal to manufacture hundreds of cargo reentry vehicles by 2028.
