Virtus Solis
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Virtus Solis develops propulsion and energy systems technology for space applications. The company is founded by experienced aerospace engineers and systems specialists.
Founders & leadership
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John BucknellFounder & CEOHe has background in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and combustion science, with expertise in rocket propulsion, aerodynamics, and nuclear engineering.
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Seth ElliottCo-Founder & COOSeth Elliott is co-founder and COO of Virtus Solis, which develops propulsion and energy systems technology for space applications. He previously served as COO at Quantive, scaling the company from under $1M to over $20M in annual recurring revenue, and has led capital formation and built commercial operations for deep tech ventures in energy, defense, and climate.
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Dr. Edward TateCo-Founder & CTO
Investors · 4
Deep Futurelisted by Deep FutureSeattlevia Pablos Holman · inferred
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Michigan Riselisted by Michigan RiseEast Lansing · $50K – $150K
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Seraphim Spacelisted by Seraphim SpaceLondon · $1.3M – $3.8M
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Virtus Solis do?
- Virtus Solis develops propulsion and energy systems technology for space applications. The company is founded by experienced aerospace engineers and systems specialists.
- Who founded Virtus Solis?
- Virtus Solis was founded by John Bucknell, Seth Elliott, Dr. Edward Tate.
- Who are Virtus Solis's investors?
- Virtus Solis's investors include Deep Future, Michigan Rise, Seraphim Space, Telegraph Hill Capital.




