Perigee Aerospace
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South Korean developer of orbital and sub-orbital launch vehicles.
Founded
2018Perigee Aerospace is a South Korean private aerospace company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Daejeon. The company develops and operates high-performance launch vehicles and propulsion systems, leveraging expertise in liquid methane propulsion technologies. Backed by Samsung Venture Investments, LB Investment, and partnerships with KAIST and KARI, Perigee aims to provide sustainable access to Earth orbit and beyond.
Perigee Aerospace develops the Blue Whale 1, a two-stage orbital launch vehicle capable of delivering payloads of up to 200 kilograms to a 500-kilometer sun-synchronous orbit. Powered by LOX and LNG engines including the Blue 1S main stage and Skyblue upper stage, Blue Whale 1 features a high-strength carbon composite structure and precision flight control system. The firm also develops Blue Whale 0.4 for suborbital missions and Blue Whale 0.1 for educational programs, alongside satellite propulsion systems.
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Who are Perigee Aerospace's competitors?
Companies similar to Perigee Aerospace include Unastella and Rocket Lab.
When was Perigee Aerospace founded?
Perigee Aerospace was founded in 2018.
Where is Perigee Aerospace's headquarters located?
Perigee Aerospace's headquarters is located in Daejeon, KR.
When was Perigee Aerospace's last funding round?
Perigee Aerospace's most recent funding round was for $12M (USD) in October 2019.
How much has Perigee Aerospace raised to-date?
As of Oct 23, 2019, Perigee Aerospace has raised a total of $12M (USD).
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