LOXSAT is a NASA funded cryogenic fluid management demonstration satellite mission. [1] Eta Space is building the payload.
It is scheduled to launch no earlier than July 2024 on a Rocket Lab Electron launch vehicle. [2]
NASA critical design review is due 15 June 2022. [3]
LOXSAT aims to demonstrate on-orbit docking and cryogenic refueling operations using a cryogenic fluid transfer disconnect and latching mechanism developed for depot applications. It will also demonstrate repeated mating/de-mating and the transfer of liquid oxygen. [4]
A LOXSAT2 mission is being defined. [1]
LOXSAT1 will test technology for Eta's orbital depot "CryoDock". [3]