Green Propellant Infusion Mission (GPIM)
NASA’s Green Propellant Infusion Mission demonstrates a "green" alternative to conventional chemical propulsion systems for future spacecraft.
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Green Propellant Infusion Mission (GPIM) Overview
GPIM launched to low-Earth orbit June 25, 2019, aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket.
The technology demonstration mission seeks to improve overall propellant efficiency, while reducing the handling concerns associated with the toxic fuel hydrazine. GPIM also strives to optimize performance of new hardware, systems and power solutions while ensuring the best value for investment and the safest space missions possible.
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6 Things to Know about GPIM
Human space exploration helps to address fundamental questions about our place in the Universe and the history of our solar system.
The Green Propellant Infusion Mission (GPIM)—which consists of a non-toxic liquid, compatible propulsion system and the small satellite it’s riding on—will demonstrate how our technology works so that future missions can take advantage of this safer, more efficient fuel alternative.
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GPIM Fact Sheet
Through the Green Propellant Infusion Mission, or “GPIM” project, NASA is developing a “green” alternative to conventional chemical propulsion systems for next-generation launch vehicles and spacecraft.
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Green Propellant Infusion Mission News
