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Space Forum October 24: Vaya Space and Sustainable Space Access

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The National Space Society invites you to the next Space Forum

Thursday, October 24, 2024, 9:00 pm to 10:15 pm EDT

Vaya Space:
Engineering the Future of
Sustainable Space Access

Josh Dzugen

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JOSH DZUGEN
Electrical Engineer
Vaya Space

The Florida Space Coast has emerged as a thriving incubator for new space-focused companies that are reshaping the space industry and driving our efforts toward space exploration and development. One such company making significant strides is Vaya Space, founded in 2017.

Vaya Space is an innovative space launch company committed to providing sustainable, cost-effective access to space. Using its new hybrid rocket technology, including their Dauntless Rocket, Vaya Space aims to revolutionize space transportation with safer, more efficient propulsion systems that minimize environmental impact. The company’s unique hybrid approach combines solid and liquid propellant technologies to deliver scalable and reliable launch solutions, particularly for small satellite deployments, meeting the ever-growing demands of the space industry.

Join us for the next National Space Society Space Forum, where Josh Dzugen, an electrical engineer at Vaya Space, will give an overview of the company and its groundbreaking technology. Josh will also share insights into the projects he is working on that promise to transform the future of the space industry. Register for the space forum using the link below.

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Josh Dzugen is an Electrical Engineer at Vaya Space, where he applies his expertise to advance innovative space launch technologies and is driven by a passion for pushing the boundaries of space exploration and transportation. With a strong technical background, Josh is committed to developing cutting-edge solutions that contribute to the evolving aerospace industry.

Beyond his professional work, Josh stays deeply engaged with the latest advancements in technology and engineering, continually expanding his knowledge to help shape the future of space exploration. On weekends, he enjoys quality time with his family, whether fishing, surfing, or watching rocket launches along the Space Coast.

Register today to reserve your seat and ask your questions. Use the link below.

Register no later than October 24 at 8 pm EST

Past NSS Space Forums and Town Halls may be viewed here.

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