REA Space

REA Space
  • Founded:
    2022
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  • Headquarters:
    Brindisi, IT
Description: REA Space is an Italian company specializing in the design, research, and development of advanced wearables and protective tools for astronauts. The company focuses on creating innovative solutions to counteract the adverse effects of microgravity on the human body during space missions.
Vision:
To be a leading provider of innovative space wearables, ensuring astronaut safety and performance during extended space missions.
Mission:
To enhance human potential and mobility in space by developing advanced protective wearables that mitigate the health challenges posed by microgravity.
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  • 2022: REA Space was founded with the aim of addressing microgravity-induced health issues in astronauts.
  • 2023: The company entered the ESA BIC Turin's incubation program to advance the development of the EMSi suit.
  • 2024: EMSi suit tested in orbit during the Ax-3 mission, worn by Colonel Walter Villadei.
  • 2024: Awarded the Compasso d'Oro 2024 for the design of the EMSi suit.
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  • EMSi Bionic Suit: A bionic intravehicular spacesuit designed to combat muscle and bone mass loss in microgravity.Incorporates a combination of elastic fabrics, sensors, and TENS electrodes to provide targeted muscle stimulation.Utilizes AI to adapt stimulation based on astronaut movements, simulating Earth's gravity effects.Tested aboard SpaceX's Crew Dragon during the Ax-3 mission in collaboration with the Italian Space Agency (ASI).
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