Melagen Labs
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MELAGEN LABS
Advanced Shielding for the Next Frontier
Melagen Labs is focused on developing radiation shielding technologies for space applications. Our efforts are aimed at enhancing the safety and longevity of spacecraft through innovative shielding solutions.
Melagen Labs is focused on developing radiation shielding technologies for space applications. Our efforts are aimed at enhancing the safety and longevity of spacecraft through innovative shielding solutions.
Conformal Coating:
Internal Electronics
Our conformal coating is designed to protect spacecraft electronics from radiation and environmental hazards, helping to maintain their functionality in the extreme conditions of space. This protective barrier ensures that essential systems operate reliably throughout the mission, preserving the integrity and performance of sensitive electronic components exposed to the harsh realities of space travel.
Radiation Shielding:
External Coating
Our external shielding solution protects spacecraft from cosmic radiation and micro-meteor impacts. This innovative technology is designed to be lighter than traditional shielding materials, which significantly reduces the overall weight of spacecraft. By minimizing weight, our solution helps lower launch costs and enhances the feasibility of missions, enabling more efficient and cost-effective space exploration
About Us
Problem
Astronauts venturing beyond Earth’s magnetosphere face a staggering increase in radiation exposure, ranging from 2,500% to 10,000%. This dramatic rise in radiation affects nearly all bodily systems, elevating the risks of cancer and other long-term health complications. Beyond human missions, space radiation also poses a significant threat to satellite integrity. Currently, around 38% of satellites experience system failures each year due to radiation-induced malfunctions. The primary shielding material used today, aluminum, is not only costly but also contributes to these failures. For a medium-sized satellite, approximately 105 kilograms of aluminum are required, adding about $1,575,000 to launch expenses. Additionally, aluminum generates harmful secondary radiation, leading to an annual decay rate of 3-5%, further compromising satellite durability.
Melagen Labs
Melagen Labs has developed an innovative hydrogen-rich composite that offers the same radiation shielding effectiveness as aluminum, but at up to 2.75 times lighter. This breakthrough reduces both weight and costs while enhancing efficiency. Early results show that, with continued R&D, the material’s effectiveness could be improved by 1.2 times. For a medium-sized satellite, this lighter composite slashes launch costs by 63%, down to approximately $570,000. The weight reduction also significantly lowers fuel requirements, improving mission feasibility. Our streamlined production process further enhances our solution, offering a two-week lead time, allowing for rapid deployment of this advanced shielding technology in the space industry.
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New York, New York
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