Space Forge Generates First Plasma Aboard ForgeStar-1
80 FOMOUK in-space manufacturing startup Space Forge successfully ignited its miniature furnace and generated plasma at ~1,000°C aboard ForgeStar-1 — the first commercial semiconductor manufacturing tool operated in orbit.
Why it matters
Major technical validation for returnable orbital factories. Opens door to 4,000× purer semiconductors than Earth-made.
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Space Forge fires up 1st commercial semiconductor factory in spaceSpace Forge successfully generated plasma aboard ForgeStar-1 — first commercial semiconductor manufacturing tool in orbit.
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UK in-space manufacturing startup Space Forge successfully ignited its miniature furnace and generat