CompanyLongshot Space

Longshot

A United States space startup working on non-rocket orbital insertion technology. It builds large ground-based gun devices to launch payloads into space at very low initial velocity, aiming to reduce space launch costs in support of applications such as space data centers.

Timeline (last 90 days)

Oct 13

Longshot is attempting an orbital insertion path that uses not a rocket but a large cannon to shoot cargo directly into space.

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Oct 13

Longshot's goal is to make space data centers a reality.

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Oct 13

Longshot will present its approach at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026.

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All Facts (3)

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Longshot is attempting an orbital insertion path that uses not a rocket but a large cannon to shoot cargo directly into space.

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Longshot's goal is to make space data centers a reality.

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Longshot will present its approach at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026.

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Source Articles

No Rocket Needed: Longshot Wants to Fire Cargo Into Space With a CannonOct 13