Atmospheric Mesosphere Sampling
Direct sampling of the mesosphere and ionosphere using specialized fiberglass vehicles transparent to RF signals for climatological research.
Access the elusive mesospheric layer with precision sub-orbital delivery. Our hydrogen-driven light-gas launch system provides atmospheric researchers and climatologists with cost-effective sampling capabilities, enabling vital temperature monitoring, airglow observation, and direct ionospheric data collection without the complex logistics or high costs associated with traditional sounding rockets.
Comprehensive sub-orbital flight testing and atmospheric sampling capabilities designed for upper atmospheric science and climatological research.
Direct sampling of the mesosphere and ionosphere using specialized fiberglass vehicles transparent to RF signals for climatological research.
Rapid acceleration of scientific instruments beyond the stratosphere into upper atmospheric layers using proven light-gas launch systems.
High-velocity test flights reaching hypersonic speeds to evaluate vehicle aerodynamics, instrumentation survival, and high-altitude sensor integration.
Scientific exploration of the mesosphere has long been hindered by restricted access and exorbitant sounding rocket budgets. Our light-gas propulsion platform delivers research payloads directly into the mesosphere, facilitating continuous airglow analysis and critical temperature profiling. By deploying specialized RF-transparent aerostructures propelled by clean hydrogen combustion, scientific teams gain repeatable, low-cost flight opportunities essential for upper-atmospheric and ionospheric climate research.
Pioneering sustainable and accessible aerospace solutions for high-altitude atmospheric research.
Propelled cleanly by hydrogen and oxygen gas whose sole byproduct is water vapor.
Wound specialized fiberglass vehicle bodies preserve internal antenna telemetry during flight.
Proven light-gas combustion delivers high velocities while recapturing over 91% of propellant.
Extensive experience achieving velocities up to Mach 9 for advanced sub-orbital testing.
Guided by experienced physicists and systems specialists.
Chief Technical Officer
Dr. John W. Hunter brings deep expertise in high-velocity propulsion systems and advanced aerospace research to Green Launch. A physicist by training, he is known for leading the SHARP project at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, giving him rare hands-on experience with extreme-speed launch concepts and experimental propulsion platforms. At Green Launch, he helps guide the technical direction behind hypersonic testing, scramjet-related applications, and light-gas launch development. His background supports the company's focus on turning ambitious launch theory into practical, testable systems for defense, aerospace, and scientific customers. Dr. Hunter's leadership is central to Green Launch's ability to pursue Mach 9-class performance with a disciplined, data-driven engineering approach.
Strategic Outreach
Eric Robinson supports Green Launch's strategic outreach with a background in systems science and entrepreneurship. His experience in fluid delivery systems for aerospace applications aligns closely with the company's light-gas propulsion model and broader mission development efforts. He helps connect Green Launch's technical capabilities with the needs of defense organizations, research institutions, and commercial aerospace stakeholders seeking practical alternatives to conventional launch methods. By translating complex engineering value into mission-focused opportunities, he plays an important role in partnership development and customer engagement. His work helps ensure Green Launch's hypersonic and sub-orbital services are positioned clearly for organizations that need speed, efficiency, and credible technical collaboration.
Chairman of the Board
Don Whitney brings operational perspective to Green Launch through his experience as an Air Force pilot and environmental consultant. His background supports the company's planning around mission execution, safety considerations, and practical deployment strategy for advanced launch systems. At Green Launch, he contributes to board-level leadership and helps shape how the company balances ambitious aerospace innovation with real-world operational discipline. His aviation and environmental experience also complements Green Launch's emphasis on cleaner propulsion and more sustainable launch alternatives. For customers evaluating hypersonic testing or sub-orbital delivery partners, his presence reinforces the company's ability to think beyond engineering alone and address broader mission planning requirements.
The mesosphere is the third major layer of Earth's atmosphere, situated directly above the stratosphere and below the thermosphere. It represents an essential boundary region where atmospheric airglow emissions occur and where complex temperature variations influence planetary climate dynamics, atmospheric chemistry, and radio communication channels within the adjacent ionospheric boundary.
Speak with our technical team about scheduling your atmospheric sampling campaign.
Achieved engine operation record at Mach 8.
Clean hydrogen propulsion producing pure water vapor.
Selected customer for atmospheric mesosphere sampling campaigns.
Submit your payload specifications and mission timeline to coordinate sub-orbital delivery and atmospheric sampling services.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 619-933-6678. You can also send us a quick email at eric.robinson@greenlaunch.space.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 619-933-6678. You can also send us a quick email at eric.robinson@greenlaunch.space.