Auriga Space

CEO Winnie Lai joined Just Another Space Podcast to talk about what we’ve been up to... Check it out and learn more about: - What using electromagnetic systems (ex. maglev tech) is like for launch - What agile hardware really looks like - What it's like working with DoD and in the national security space - What's possible... launching from the Moon back to Earth Thanks to Clayton Swope, Thomas Culligan, and the team for the invite. Always good to cut through the noise and talk real challenges. 🎧 Listen to the episode: https://lnkd.in/gvUt3tct #AurigaSpace #ElectromagneticLaunch #DefenseTech #SpaceHardware #NationalSecuritySpace #JustAnotherSpacePodcast

We are devastated by the sudden loss of our beloved colleague, Dr. Ryan Brody, who passed away this weekend. Ryan joined Auriga last year after earning his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering. He drove across the country to pursue his dream of building a sustainable way to launch payloads into space, and we feel honored that he chose to do that work with us. We are deeply grateful for the significant contributions Ryan made to our team, including developing our electric motor model and designing key systems for the Prometheus electromagnetic accelerator. More than that, he was a kind, thoughtful, and creative teammate whose presence lifted those around him. We remember and honor Ryan by sharing this interview he did with his alma mater, reflecting on what it meant to be working in his dream role: https://lnkd.in/gD4BjiCE He will be profoundly missed.

Space access is critical to national security. Our CEO, Winnie Lai, recently sat down with Rob Desborough and Leah Martin from our investors at Seraphim Space to discuss the vital role of space technology in defense and national security. The electromagnetic launch technology we’re developing at Auriga Space fundamentally shifts how sovereign nations can deploy critical payloads—enabling rapid, on-demand access to space in moments of need. This strategic capability not only enhances resilience but also serves as a powerful deterrent against adversaries seeking to disrupt or disable key assets in orbit.

Auriga Space Partners with Purdue University We’re happy to announce our research partnership with Purdue University to advance the development of our hypersonic electromagnetic accelerator. This collaboration combines Auriga's innovative technology with Purdue's world-class expertise in aerospace and hypersonic research. Working alongside Dr Joe Jewell and his team at Purdue, this partnership focuses on designing advanced instrumentation for our electromagnetic accelerator. Our joint efforts will generate crucial aerodynamic and aerothermal data for various leading-edge geometries, supported by comprehensive analytical and numerical solutions. “Purdue’s cutting-edge testing and expertise will help us validate and refine our technology, driving us closer to our goal of high cadence, low cost electromagnetic launch for hypersonic testing and space access.” - Patrick Carlson, Head of Mechanical Engineering at Auriga Space. "We're pleased to work on advancing hypersonic research by investigating the aerothermodynamics of the Auriga projectile by building and instrumenting a model suitable for testing in the Boeing/AFOSR Mach 6 Quiet Tunnel (BAM6QT). Auriga's sponsorship of this work will give our students an exciting opportunity to apply their expertise in aerodynamics and instrumentation development in the wind tunnel and beyond." - Dr Joe Jewell, Associate Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Purdue University

Deep Tech Field Notes: Winnie Lai // CEO & Founder of Auriga Space // Blueprint for Building Hard Tech Companies Her methodical approach to managing risk reminded me of the late Charlie Munger's wisdom: "All I want to know is where I'm going to die, so I'll never go there." For Winnie, this translates into weekly leadership meetings that always start with "what could kill our company?" One of the most compelling insights: "The engineer inside me always loves to overengineer, but as an entrepreneur, I need to understand ROI. We're breaking down our electromagnetic launch system into three phases - Prometheus, Thor, and Zeus - each generating revenue while advancing our technology." This journey from scaling fintech to revolutionizing space access highlights a bigger story: 🚀 Hard tech success requires business model innovation, not just technical breakthroughs 🛠️ LA has become the epicenter of aerospace innovation - with Space Force, defense partners, and machine shops all within reach 📈 Revenue can't wait for orbit - Auriga's proving it by monetizing their tech for hypersonic testing first 🌊 The next wave of space companies will be built by founders who master both physics and practical execution Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gjrkdfgF Owen Fileti SoCal Deep Tech Rahul Singh Joshua Peng Emily Gold

Breaking into specialized industries often means going beyond the norm. For Ryan Brody, that meant completing a PhD at University of Pittsburgh Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and working on groundbreaking projects like REE alternatives for electric vehicles. Today, he’s an electromagnetic design engineer for Auriga Space in California, using his expertise to revolutionize sustainable satellite launching systems. 🚀 https://lnkd.in/gD4BjiCE

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Join us for an event we’re co-hosting with Starburst, Ampaire and others during LA Tech Week 2024 to celebrate the growing New Space ecosystem. Date: Monday, October 14th Time: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM PST Location: Ampaire’s new Hangar in Long Beach We're bringing together local New Space executives, early-stage and growth-stage hardtech startup founders, and top business and engineering talent to explore how companies at different stages are tackling talent acquisition and retention. The agenda features hardtech product demos and a fireside chat with industry leaders on attracting and retaining legacy talent as well as tapping into new cross-industry talent. REGISTER HERE : https://lu.ma/sgmdx3k9