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Specter Aerospace (Formerly FGC Plasma Solutions)
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About Specter Aerospace (Formerly FGC Plasma Solutions)
Specter Aerospace, formerly known as FGC Plasma Solutions, is a defense contractor based in the Boston area. The company specializes in the development of plasma-assisted combustion and hypersonic propulsion technologies. Its primary focus is on creating advanced propulsion systems for the aerospace and defense industries.
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The company's core technology aims to improve the efficiency and performance of jet engines and hypersonic vehicles. By using plasma-assisted combustion, Specter Aerospace intends to enable more stable and efficient engine operation, particularly at high speeds. This has direct applications for hypersonic flight, a key area of interest for the Department of Defense (DoD).
Specter Aerospace's business model is centered around securing research and development contracts with government agencies, particularly the DoD, as well as collaborating with other aerospace and defense companies. The company has successfully raised capital from both government sources and venture capital firms to fund its research and development efforts.
At a glance
- Founded
- 2013
- Headquarters
- Peabody, United States
- Sector
- Space
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Seed6 investors entered at this stage
Case Western Reserve University
AEI Horizon X
Small Business Innovation Research
US Department of War
US Department of Energy
NASA
Series A2 investors entered at this stage
Mandala Space Ventures- CFCS Venture Opportunities Fund
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