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Reversible structural joints for space

Assemble in space.
Reconfigure in orbit.

Space Glue is developing reversible structural joints that enable robots to connect, release, repair and expand large orbital and lunar structures after launch.

Bond→Debond→Rebond

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A robotic arm aligning two orbital truss modules around a gold reversible structural interface
Reversible structural interface

NASA-originated material technologyU.S. Space Force-backed system development

Space infrastructure needs
a reversible connection system = Space Glue.

Space Glue SystemsBond · Debond · Rebond

A structural interface designed to behave rigidly during operation, then reopen when the mission changes.

The structural constraint

From rocket-defined
to mission-defined.

Every spacecraft must fit inside a launch fairing and survive deployment. Future infrastructure will instead be launched as modules, assembled at mission scale, and changed as mission requirements evolve.

The launch vehicle currently defines the maximum packaged system. In-space assembly separates launch dimensions from final architecture.

Today

Fit the mission
inside the rocket.

Rocket-defined architecture
  • Constrained by fairing volume
  • Dependent on complex deployment
  • Fixed after launch

The rocket defines the size and architecture of the mission.

The future

Launch modules.
Build at mission scale.

Mission-defined architecture
  • Assemble beyond fairing limits
  • Repair and expand after launch
  • Reconfigure as requirements change

The mission defines the architecture, not the rocket.

The unanswered question

What connects the modules?

Modular infrastructure depends on a structural connection that can support assembly, operation, and future change.

The future requires
a new way to connect.

The missing structural layer ↓

A new structural layer

Space Glue enables space infrastructure to connect, release, and reconfigure.

Space Glue enables robots to create rigid structural connections, then intentionally reopen them for repair, expansion or mission reconfiguration.

01

Launch modules

Package standardized components for launch.

02

Position robotically

Move and align modules after launch.

03

Connect

Space Glue interface
Align→Activate→Structural bond

Create a rigid, load-bearing structural connection.

A structural interface designed to remain rigid in operation and reopen through controlled activation.
04

Operate + reconfigure

Repair, expand, upgrade or repurpose the architecture.

Controlled release + reconnection

Assemble once. Reconfigure when the mission changes.

Technology platform

Two technologies.
One structural system.

Space Glue provides the reversible structural bond. Orbix is designed to align, activate, control and verify the connection. Together, they enable space structures to be assembled, released, repaired, expanded and reconfigured after launch.

Space Glue + Orbix = Space Glue SystemsReversible material technology + engineered interface control
Reversible bonding technology

Space Glue

The high-performance material layer that creates the rigid structural bond.

  • Structural bonding
  • Controlled reversibility
  • Reusable interface
Engineered interface + activation system

Orbix

The engineered hardware and control architecture designed to align, activate, release and verify the joint.

  • Align and secure
  • Activate and release
  • Monitor and verify

Space Glue + Orbix

Space Glue Systems

Reversible structural joining platformA complete interface for robotic assembly, controlled release and structural reconfiguration.
Align → Activate → Bond → Verify
Release → Replace or reposition → Reconnect ↶
Space Glue creates the bond. Orbix controls the connection. Together, they make reconfigurable infrastructure possible.

Connection lifecycle

Bond. Debond. Rebond.

One structural interface, designed to connect, release and return to service in a new configuration.

01Operating state

Bond

Rigid structural connection
Orbix: Align + activateSpace Glue: Structural bond

Orbix aligns and activates the interface. Space Glue forms the load-bearing bond.

02Intentional service event

Debond

Controlled release
Orbix: Controlled activationSpace Glue: Reversible interface

Orbix applies controlled activation to release the selected Space Glue interface.

03Reconfigured operating state

Rebond

New structural configuration
Orbix: Realign + verifySpace Glue: Renewed bond

Orbix realigns the interface. Space Glue creates the next structural connection.

Repair · Replace · Expand · Reconfigure Repeatable connection cycle

Rigid for the mission.
Reversible for what comes next.

Space Glue Systems turns a structural joint into an interface for long-lived, evolving infrastructure.

BondReleaseRebond

Applications

Built for structures
that evolve after launch.

01

Large space structures

Antennas, trusses, reflectors, and precision apertures

02

Orbital infrastructure

Stations, laboratories, and modular platforms

03

Space power + compute

Solar, thermal, communications, and compute infrastructure

04

Lunar systems

Surface structures and robotic construction

Technology heritage

Years of development
have led to one
defining next step.

Next defining step

Demonstrate the complete Space Glue + Orbix structural joining system in orbit.The technology has progressed through material development, environmental testing, robotic joining and government-funded system maturation. The next objective is an integrated orbital bond–debond–rebond demonstration.
50+

Bond / debond cycles

28.7 MPa

Measured at the 51st cycle

NASA

Technology heritage

U.S. Space Force

System development

  1. 01
    Material foundation

    NASA-originated material technology

    Foundational reversible structural bonding technology and enabling chemistry.

    Foundation
  2. 02
    Material validation

    Ground + environmental testing

    Mechanical cycling, thermal performance and relevant environmental evidence.

    Validation
  3. 03
    Robotic integration

    Robotic joining development

    Reversible material technology incorporated into robotic assembly and joint concepts.

    Integration
  4. 04
    System maturation

    Government-funded system development

    Joint geometry, controlled activation, robotic operations and large-structure application development.

    System maturationOrbix interface + activation layer
  5. 05
    Today's mission

    Demonstrate Space Glue + Orbix in orbit

    Validate robotic alignment, structural bonding, controlled release and rebonding through one complete in-orbit operating cycle.

    • Complete the bond–debond–rebond cycle in orbit
    • Generate flight data demonstrating system performance
    • Create the foundation for qualification and customer adoption
    Next defining milestone
Space Glue creates the bond.Orbix controls the connection.Together, they form the complete system.

The next milestone is orbit.

Prove the complete bond–debond–rebond cycle in space and create the flight heritage required for customer adoption.

Program references indicate technology heritage and development activity and do not imply commercial endorsement or partnership.

The next milestone

Prove the complete
system in orbit.

We are preparing to demonstrate Space Glue and Orbix through a complete bond, debond and rebond operating cycle in space.

We are seeking mission hosts, aerospace integrators, strategic investors, government programs and development partners to help complete the next step.

Mission hosts · Integration partners · Strategic investors · Government programs

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Modular orbital truss structures connected through a highlighted structural interface

Space Glue creates the bond.Orbix controls the connection.The next step is proving the complete system in orbit.

Long-term vision

The future of space
will be assembled
and reconfigured.

The next milestone is orbit.

Help us create the flight heritage required for qualification, customer adoption and the next generation of reconfigurable space infrastructure.