Contact

Kristian Lium

Vice President Space at Nammo Raufoss AS

VISIT Enggata 37, NO-2830, Raufoss, Norway
EMAIL kristian.lium@nammo.com
TEL +47 414 02 967

NAMMO RAUFOSS

ENGINEERING

  • Multidisciplinary space department
  • Specialists in H2O2 propulsion
  • Experienced in sounding rocket flight
  • Experienced on Ariane and Vega programs
  • Emphasis on Risk Management

MANUFACTURING

  • On-site production facility
  • Licensed for on site processes

TEST FACILITIES

  • 500kN thrust test stand
  • Multiple vibration test units
  • Hydrogen Peroxide Propulsion Test Facility

CLEANROOM

  • Specific space hardware assembly areas
  • Cleanliness risk mitigated

QUALITY

  • Certified to AS9100
  • Customer focused Product Assurance
Location

Nammo Raufoss AS 37, Enggata, Innlandet, 2830, Norway

30kN Hybrid Engine

This is a green propulsion hybrid motor based on Nammo Hydrogen Peroxide technologies.

Contact

Kristian Lium

Vice President Space at Nammo Raufoss AS

VISIT Enggata 37, NO-2830, Raufoss, Norway
EMAIL kristian.lium@nammo.com
TEL +47 414 02 967

NAMMO RAUFOSS

ENGINEERING

  • Multidisciplinary space department
  • Specialists in H2O2 propulsion
  • Experienced in sounding rocket flight
  • Experienced on Ariane and Vega programs
  • Emphasis on Risk Management

MANUFACTURING

  • On-site production facility
  • Licensed for on site processes

TEST FACILITIES

  • 500kN thrust test stand
  • Multiple vibration test units
  • Hydrogen Peroxide Propulsion Test Facility

CLEANROOM

  • Specific space hardware assembly areas
  • Cleanliness risk mitigated

QUALITY

  • Certified to AS9100
  • Customer focused Product Assurance
Location

Nammo Raufoss AS 37, Enggata, Innlandet, 2830, Norway

The Nammo Raufoss AS 30 kN hybrid engine is the primary power unit for of the Nucleus Sounding Rocket.  This unique clean, green powered engine has been used on the maiden flight for Nucleus, and is in the process of being optimised under an ESA FLPP contract.

The Unitary Motor can be supplied with or without the accompanying components for the full propulsion system.  Nammo Raufoss has the expertise to engineer the system to meet your flight requirements.

 

Performance Characteristics

  • Thrust 30,000 N at sea level
    36,000 N in vacuum
  • Thrust Duration 40 seconds
  • Propellant 87.5% Hydrogen Peroxide and HTPB
    Dedicated H2O2 Tank
  • Engine Type Pressure regulated or Blowdown modes are possible
  • Ignition Auto-ignition guaranteed
    100% Ignition.
  • Engine Mass 165 kg including fuel cartridge
    263.7 lb including the fuel cartridge
  • Demonstrated Specific Impulse 270 seconds, in vacuum [ε = 8.5]
  • Total Impulse >1,000,000 Ns
  • Envelope ø 356 mm x 1,700 mm
    ø 14 in x 67 in length
  • Restarts Possible, without ignition device
    Additional information is available on request. Nammo is ready to work with your specific needs for the success of your mission.
  • Materials Stainless Steel construction
  • Structural Interface Radax joint, mechanical flange
  • Fluidic Interface 1.5 inch Tubing for Oxidiser feed
  • Safety Inert engine, no igniter or pyrotechnic components required
  • Additional Components Tanks, Valves, Airframe, Fins
    Contact Nammo for additional information.
  • Combustion Products H2O, CO2
  • Sensors Engines can be instrumented for pressure, temperature, acceleration
  • Applications Sounding rocket, Defense Missile targeting, Launcher stages
  • Technology Readiness Level TRL8
    The hybrid engine has flown on the Nammo Space Nucleus Sounding Rocket, reaching 107 km altitude.

Status

The 30 kN engine is currently being upgraded as part of the latest FLPP activities at Nammo.

Please contact Nammo to discuss your needs and applications using our Hydrogen Peroxide technologies.