Katalyst Space x NASA (Swift Observatory Boost)

[Katalyst space](/companies/katalyst-space) Technologies is a US space robotics company developing autonomous robotic spacecraft for satellite servicing in GEO, MEO, and LEO orbits. Founded in 2020 by CEO Ghonhee Lee and headquartered in Flagstaff, Arizona, the company's LINK spacecraft was the first commercial robotic servicing vehicle hired by NASA to boost the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory. The company also acquired Atomos Space in 2025 and is developing the Nexus spacecraft for GEO satellite servicing.

NASA ([National aeronautics and space administration](/companies/national-aeronautics-and-space-administration)) is the U.S. government agency responsible for civilian space exploration, aeronautics, and aerospace research. NASA funds autonomous systems, robotics, and physical AI through SBIR/STTR programs, and operates the Mars rovers and other autonomous space systems.