ThinGap’s space-related business has continued to accelerate over the last several years, driven by the growth in launch vehicles and high-volume satellite deployments. According to Goldman Sachs, the satellite market is expected to surpass $100 billion by 2035, fueled by decreasing launch costs, increased launch frequency, and rising demand for intelligence, internet access, and scientific research.

A major factor behind this boom is the emergence of NewSpace, referring to private efforts by companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and OneWeb. These ventures, including space tourism and private launch vehicles, have spurred demand for systems like Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, which are now integral to telecommunications, defense, and environmental monitoring. Satellite constellations, such as SpaceX’s Starlink, EutelSat’s OneWeb, and Amazon’s Project Kuiper aim to provide global broadband coverage.

Common needs across these satellite systems include high-performance motors for Attitude Control Systems. ThinGap’s TGR Series, designed specifically for Reaction Wheel Assemblies (RWA) have proven spaceflight heritage and meet these needs with smooth motion, high efficiency, and reliability.

Additionally, Optical Communications Terminals, which use lasers to transmit data at high speeds, rely on ThinGap’s LS Series motors for precise, efficient gimbal control to maintain long-range target locks.

Since 2015, ThinGap has supplied over 3,000 motors for space applications, including to NASA and major internet constellations, with both the TG and LS Series playing key roles in satellite technologies.

What do Surgeons and Pilots have in common?  Besides holding incredibly important jobs, they rely on precision control systems to be highly effective.

ThinGap’s frameless architecture and smooth, cogless motion make it ideal for force-sensing applications, from flight simulators to surgical robotics. Haptic systems rely on accurate torque feedback, free from mechanical disturbances, to enhance human control.

The TG Series motor kits deliver true force feedback without disruptions, thanks to their ironless design that eliminates hysteretic drag. With near-zero Eddy-current, low hysteresis, and harmonic distortion under 1%, torque output remains directly proportional to current. These features make the TG Series a trusted choice for haptic feedback in surgical robotics and flight simulators.

Modern surgical robotics demand precise, disturbance-free movement for optimal patient care. Zero-cogging motor kits enable accurate haptic feedback and precision actuation. ThinGap’s collaboration with a leading surgical robotics manufacturer underscores its ability to deliver motors tailored to medical industry standards.

Beyond medical use, ThinGap’s motors support aerospace and motorsports simulators, delivering the force sensing needed for immersive training. With near-zero Eddy-current, low hysteresis, and minimal harmonic distortion, ThinGap ensures smooth, reliable motion across various industries.