cubesat propulsion
CubeSat Propulsion Cuts Costs Space: Space Science and Technology?
A 2024 Space Force study found ion propulsion can reduce total CubeSat mission costs by up to 35% compared with chemical options. In practice, choosing the right thruster lets you launch lighter, stay in orbit longer, and keep the budget lean for low-earth-orbit (LEO) constellations. Space: Space Science and Technology