Romer Industries has developed groundbreaking proprietary technologies that overcome the fundamental challenges of space mining. Our Resonant Frequency Sifting (RFS) and Electromagnetic Field Filtering (EMFF) systems work together to extract valuable materials from asteroids without physical contact, making operations feasible in microgravity environments.
How Our Technologies Work
Resonant Frequency Sifting (RFS)
RFS uses precision-tuned crystal oscillations to induce molecular resonance in target ore, freeing specific atoms from regolith without physical drilling. The system targets the natural vibrational frequencies of desired materials, causing them to separate from the asteroid matrix.
Key Benefits:
- Non-invasive extraction method
- Minimal energy consumption
- Selective material targeting
- No mechanical wear and tear
Electromagnetic Field Filtering (EMFF)
EMFF employs localized magnetic fields to attract and coalesce the freed particles, effectively separating desired materials from regolith in microgravity. Dynamic electromagnetic fields guide metallic particles into collection chambers.
Key Benefits:
- Contact-free particle collection
- Works perfectly in vacuum
- No moving mechanical parts
- Highly selective filtering
Integrated Mining Process
Target Identification
Spectral analysis identifies valuable materials within asteroid composition
RFS Activation
Precision crystal oscillators generate resonant frequencies specific to target materials
Material Liberation
Target atoms vibrate free from surrounding matrix without physical disruption
EMFF Collection
Magnetic fields capture and concentrate freed particles into collection chambers
Resource Processing
Collected materials are refined and prepared for transport or utilization
Development Status
Mark III Prototype
Status: Lab-tested and operational
Capabilities:
- Multi-frequency RFS targeting
- Adaptive EMFF collection
- Real-time composition analysis
- Autonomous operation capability
Mission Readiness
Target: Mission 1 deployment
Performance:
- 97% target material recovery
- 31% energy efficiency improvement
- Zero mechanical failure rate
- Scalable design architecture
Technical Specifications
RFS System
- Frequency Range: 1-100 MHz
- Power Consumption: 2.5 kW average
- Targeting Accuracy: ±0.001 MHz
- Operating Temperature: -200°C to +150°C
EMFF System
- Field Strength: Up to 5 Tesla
- Collection Efficiency: 95%+
- Particle Size Range: 0.1-10 μm
- Processing Rate: 10 kg/hour