MISSE offers unprecedented access to space and unparalleled technology testing capabilities at an affordable price. MISSE has a legacy of eight prior short-duration flights, all of which were integrated by Alpha Space’s current employees. MISSE 1-8 were dedicated, material-only science missions of limited durations, ending when the samples returned to earth. In contrast, Alpha Space’s commercial MISSE is permanently installed on ISS and accommodates active technology demonstrations (powered, data, commanding) as well as passive experiments on a consistent launch/return rotation cycle.
Types of Technologies Tested/Demonstrated on MISSE Since 2018 Installation on ISS: