Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.4.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # SPARC Industries sarl plasma simulation tools for propulsion engineers ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://sparc-industries.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://sparc-industries.com/news/) - Stay informed about SPARC Industries accomplishments and VSTRAP products updates! - [VSTRAP products can now be tested remotely! (15/03/2024)](https://sparc-industries.com/vstrap-vdi/) - We are delighted to announce that we put a VDI system into operation that allows users, testers, and clients to access and explore the VSTRAP products from anywhere in the world, at any time, and at zero cost. The only thing needed is a browser. Just contact the VSTRAP support team via the contact form - [VSTRAP 1.0 Release! (02/06/22)](https://sparc-industries.com/vstrap-1-0-release/) - Meet VSTRAP 1.0 our first product! Version 1.0 has the following major features: 3D Electrostatic solver both fully kinetic & hybrid (Boltzmann relation) 3D DSMC for gas simulations 3D Applications to-go: Dual grid ion optics (single aperture) Plasma Sheath Noble gas plasma chemistry for Xe, Kr Electron induced SEE Ion induced SEE Multiple erosion models, - [Transforming Plasma Physics and Electric Propulsion Education (08/11/2024)](https://sparc-industries.com/transforming-plasma-physics-and-electric-propulsion-education-08-11-2024/) - We’re thrilled to introduce VSTRAP-GIT as an education-focused package designed for students and educators alike! Already used in the industry, VSTRAP-GIT now brings advanced Gridded Ion Thruster (GIT) simulation capabilities to the classroom, providing an unparalleled learning experience in two key educational tracks commonly part of Aerospace Engineering & Space Science curricula: Plasma Physics: VSTRAP-GIT - [SPARC Industries Partners with Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen to Enhance EP Lifetime Prediction](https://sparc-industries.com/innovative-simulation-systems-for-the-future-of-space-technology/) - In collaboration with the Space Electronics working group at the Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen, SPARC Industries sàrl is working on efficient, industry-compatible forecasting tools in order to be able to analyse life-limiting effects of electric engines as accurately as possible and thus ensure more robust designs. In many cases, effects at the interface between the engine - [VSTRAP-HET 1.1.0 – Unlocking Unprecedented Thruster Design Flexibility (05/02/2025)](https://sparc-industries.com/vstrap-het-1-1-0-unlocking-unprecedented-thruster-design-flexibility/) - We’re excited to announce the release of VSTRAP-HET 1.1.0, introducing powerful new features and enhancements that take thruster simulation to new heights. With this update, we’ve placed a strong focus on flexibility and innovation, empowering engineers and researchers to explore Hall Effect Thruster (HET) configurations like never before. Key Features of VSTRAP-HET 1.1.0 Independent Channel - [SPARC Industries celebrates successful completion of "VSTRAP - Last Mile" project (15/07/2024)](https://sparc-industries.com/sparc-industries-celebrates-successful-completion-of-vstrap-last-mile-project-15-07-2024/) - We are delighted to announce the successful Final Acceptance Review Meeting for the “VSTRAP – Last Mile” project, conducted in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA) on July 8th 2024. This milestone marks the culmination of our efforts, supported by the LuxIMPULSE program, to significantly enhance VSTRAP-GIT’s capabilities. Through this project, we have substantially ## Pages - [Homepage](https://sparc-industries.com/) - Engineering in-space mobility SPARC Industries is an in-space mobility catalyst. Transforming how aerospace engineers design and build electric propulsion solutions. VSTRAP-HET VSTRAP-GIT Partners, Clients and Users - [VSTRAP-GIT](https://sparc-industries.com/vstrap-git/) - Computational plasma engineering of Gridded Ion Thrusters with VSTRAP-GIT Plasma engineering software built to design, simulate, and optimize satellite propulsion engines. For professionals and students! v1.4.1 Release Notes 3D Erosion and Lifetime Simulation Advanced Erosion Modeling: Validated 3D model accurately simulates barrel erosion in 2-gridded ion optics, enabling direct comparison with lifetime test results.​ Comprehensive - [VGIT1.4.0 Release Notes](https://sparc-industries.com/vstrap-git/1-4-0/) - VSTRAP-GIT 1.4.1 — Lifetime module Release Date: 04 August 2026 We’re pleased to announce the release of VSTRAP-GIT 1.4.1, reintroducing the Lifetime module for GIT. This update also includes a series of general improvements with regards to the behaviour of the software. Improvements Updated default simulation parameters for improved simulation performances Boltzmann references for FEM - [VSTRAP-HET](https://sparc-industries.com/vstrap-het/) - Computational plasma engineering of Hall Effect Thrusters with VSTRAP-HET Plasma engineering software built to design, simulate, and optimize satellite propulsion engines. v1.2.1 Release Notes Non-equilibrium plasma modelling High fidelity modelling: Fluid-based models rely on the assumption that particle energy distributions are Maxwellian. It is known that non-equilibrium regions within the HET – such as near-wall - [VHET 1.2.0 release notes](https://sparc-industries.com/vstrap-het/1-2-0/) - VSTRAP-HET 1.2.1 — Adjustement of the Neutral Grid Release Date: 6 June 2026 This update allows user to adjust cell size of the neutral grid. Bug Fixes Loading a simulation now properly restores configured values for chamfered channel geometry and neutralizer geometry configuration. “Visualize” Button now properly displays diagnostics data when disabling runtime diagnostics during - [Plume](https://sparc-industries.com/plume/) - Gridded Ion Thruster - Plume Study Problem The understanding of plasma properties in the plume is critical for spacecraft performance. Plume interaction with the spacecraft can cause significant challenges, including: Surface erosion, charging and contamination Interference with electronics Sensor performance degradation Current experimental approaches to measure plume properties of a gridded ion thruster reveal significant - [Lifetime](https://sparc-industries.com/lifetime/) - Gridded Ion Thruster - Lifetime Study Problem Gridded ion optic systems experience material erosion due to high-energy ion impingement, leading to various failure modes after several thousand hours of operation. Thus, thrusters need to demonstrate that they will reach the required time by running 1.5x the required operational hours for a given mission in dedicated - [Use Cases](https://sparc-industries.com/use-cases/) - Use Cases Gridded Ion Thruster - Lifetime Study Analyze your thruster operational parameters along its lifetime, from beginning of life until failure. Gridded Ion Thruster - Plume Study Predictive GIT plume modelling to evaluate spacecraft interactions. - [Privacy Policy](https://sparc-industries.com/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy SPARC Industries Sàrl Privacy Policy This Privacy Policy describes how your personal information is collected, used, and shared when you visit or make a purchase from https://sparc-industries.com/ (the “Site”). PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP - [Contact us](https://sparc-industries.com/contact-us/) - How to contact us: If you want to learn more, contact us to: Book a product demonstration​ Receive more product information Request a quote Request a new feature ... and more Name Email Address Subject Choose from the listVSTRAP-GIT Product InformationVSTRAP-GIT Live DemoVSTRAP-HET Product InformationVSTRAP-HET Live DemoVSTRAP-GIT Educational Use informationRequest a quoteRequest a featureBecome Beta - [VHET1.1.0 release notes](https://sparc-industries.com/vstrap-het/1-1-0/) - VSTRAP-HET 1.1.5 — Loading hotfix Release Date: 19 September 2025 This patch fixes a bug introduced in version 1.1.4, where the loading function of a simulation would fail due to an error. VSTRAP-HET 1.1.4 — Magnetic field hotfix Release Date: 27 August 2025 This patch fixes a bug causing a simulation to not start when - [Incubators](https://sparc-industries.com/incubators/) - VSTRAP FOR INCUBATORS Having VSTRAP in your facility portfolio allows you to offer acceleration services for start-up EP space companies. Creating a more attractive package compared to other incubators for those companies. Show me how Enlarge your infrastructure offering by adding VSTRAP to your support portfolio Having access to VSTRAP the development of new EP - [Universities](https://sparc-industries.com/universities/) - VSTRAP FOR UNIVERSITIES Improve your University ranking in the fields that matter: Education. Research. Impact Show me how Cutting edge academic Curriculum by state of the art tools. VSTRAP’s ease of use makes it an excellent tool to do advanced plasma simulations for students without them getting extensive coding background. Intuitively to learn and operate, - [Start-up](https://sparc-industries.com/start-up/) - VSTRAP FOR START-UPS VSTRAP reduces your initial development stages early on, allowing you to reach market faster. Show me how Allows early stage computational proof of concept/superiority Simulating your novel EP device with VSTRAP allows you to quickly see if the design that you had in mind will work, if it generates the performance values - [Sample Page](https://sparc-industries.com/sample-page/) - This is an example page. It’s different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this: Hi there! 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