Gravitics

Founded in 2021, Gravitics develops components for the space economy with a focus on space stations. The company’s flagship product is the StarMax module, which is claimed to have the largest interior volume–400 cubic meters–in a standalone spacecraft. StarMax is equipped with multiple interfacing options, MMOD Space armor with optional integrated solar cells, customizable configurations, along with internal and external mounting options. Furthermore, its shipyard-style fabrication enables the module to be used in the aerospace industry as a living space and/or space station.

The company operates a 42,000 sq foot facility north of Seattle where it has initiated the assembly of the first StarMax prototype with plans to conduct its first pressure tests in early 2023. Further, Gravitics have initiated taking pre-orders for StarMax modules for delivery in 2026.

Key customers and partnerships

In June 2024, Gravitics partnered with NASA to jointly develop testing methodologies for larger spacecraft as part of its efforts to overcome challenges with existing methods that only apply to smaller spacecraft.

Funding and financials

In November 2022 , the company raised USD 20 million in a seed funding round led by Type One Ventures with participation from The Venture Collective, Helios Capital and others. The funding was planned to be used for further development and testing of its StarMax Modules.