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Completed TRL 7 (started at 5, targeting 7)
The Radio Frequency Mass Gauge (RFMG) team built, tested and delivered and RFMG System to Intuitive Machines (IM) for integration into their Nova-C lunar lander for the IM-1 lunar mission. IM landed on the moon February 26, 2025 and the RFMG had successful measurements throughout the mission.
RFMG technology, once proven can demonstrate significantly more accurate measurement of a fuel tank's fill-level in low-G and zero-G. Current propellant fill measurement methods require a thrust to provide a force upon the propellant.
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