X-Energy is a nuclear reactor and fuel technology company developing advanced small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) for clean energy generation and space applications. They focus on high-temperature gas-cooled reactors and TRISO-X fuel, aiming to provide reliable, zero-carbon power for lunar bases, space missions, and nuclear thermal propulsion. Founded by Kam Ghaffarian, X-energy partners with organizations like NASA, Intuitive Machines and Dow Chemical, and Sporos Capital Partners to revolutionize both terrestrial energy and space exploration through nuclear innovation.
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IX is a joint venture between X-energy and Intuitive Machines.
Quantum Space is part of Kam Ghaffarian’s portfolio, which also includes Axiom Space, Intuitive Machines, and X-energy.
The IX joint venture was formed by Intuitive Machines and X-energy to compete for NASA and Department of Energy fission surface power contracts.