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This is the ENPULSION Micro Starling thruster, which contains four ion emitters to create thrust. While this thruster is not tested on station, the MICATOS investigation observes how molten indium behaves in microgravity, which could improve future thrusters of this type and refine methods for in-space soldering. Image courtesy of Enpulsion.

jsc2025e076914 (September 25, 2025) -- This is the ENPULSION Micro Starling thruster, which contains four ion emitters to create thrust. While this thruster is not tested on station, the MICATOS investigation observes how molten indium behaves in microgravity, which could improve future thrusters of this type and refine methods for in-space soldering. Image courtesy of Enpulsion.

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