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Toulouse, France — MECANO ID, a leading provider of advanced mechanical and thermal solutions for the space industry, has reached a major milestone. On August 26, its EOS-8’’ satellite ejection system successfully deployed LEAP-1, an Earth observation platform developed by Dhruva Space, aboard a Falcon 9 rocket operated by SpaceX.
This successful separation confirms EOS’’ 8 operational maturity and reinforces MECANO ID’S position as a trusted partner in the development of satellite separation solutions for today’s and tomorrow’s space missions.
Watch the successful LEAP-1 separation.
A key milestone for MECANO ID
For 30 years, MECANO ID has been designing and developing advanced mechanical and thermal solutions for the space sector. With EOS-8’’, the company has reached a significant milestone: a successful flight on Falcon 9.
This milestone crowns a long development effort carried out in partnership with CNES, the French Space Agency. This institutional framework provides EOS-8’’ with strong credibility, reflecting the high level of expertise and rigor of French R&D.
A Robust and Versatile Ejection System with Proven Flight Heritage
EOS-8’’ stands out as a robust and versatile solution, designed to meet the diverse needs of satellite operators. Its proven mechanical architecture ensures reliable and repeatable performance, supported by mechanical models provided to users.
The system has been qualified to withstand the most demanding launch environments, covering a broad envelope compatible with current and future launch vehicles. Its flight readiness has already been confirmed and validated on Ariane 6 (Arianespace) and Transporter (SpaceX).
With the successful deployment of LEAP-1, EOS-8’’ joins the category of systems with proven flight heritage, demonstrating its ability to integrate into a wide range of launch campaigns, whether for institutional, commercial, or constellation satellites. With TRL 9 achieved, EOS-8’’ is now a reliable solution for current and future space missions.
Competitiveness and Responsiveness
Beyond technical performance, EOS-8’’ is designed to meet the economic and operational requirements of today’s market. Its competitive pricing, combined with strong volume discounts, makes it particularly well-suited for constellation launch campaigns. With short lead times, MECANO ID enables satellite operators to secure their launch schedules and gain agility, an essential advantage in a fast-paced, competitive market.
With this successful flight, MECANO ID confirms its role as a key partner for satellite operators worldwide.
By combining mechanical robustness, institutional validation, proven flight heritage, and market responsiveness, EOS-8’’ establishes itself as a reference solution for satellite deployment. Building on this flight experience and 30 years of expertise in the space industry, MECANO ID looks forward to continuing collaborations with agencies, manufacturers, and operators to support the growth of space missions in the decades ahead.
About MECANO ID
Based in Toulouse, France, at the heart of the European space ecosystem, MECANO ID has been developing advanced mechanical and thermal solutions for the space industry for 30 years.
Specializing in engineering, simulation, testing, composite manufacturing, and integration, the company delivers reliable, high-performance systems tailored to extreme environments, providing customized solutions to meet the specific requirements of each mission.
Supported by a dedicated team and trusted partners, MECANO ID is committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability, assisting space agencies, satellite manufacturers, and equipment suppliers, and actively contributing to the future of the space sector.
For more information, visit www.mecano-id.fr
Media Contact:
Emilie Genoudet – Communication Consultant: emilie@felicette.agency
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