SANTA FE, NM, July 8, 2025 – LatticeX and Zero-G have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to form a joint venture, Zero-G Materials Inc., aimed at transforming the power electronics industry through microgravity-enabled manufacturing of Wide Band Gap (WBG) semiconductor materials.
Zero-G Materials Inc. will focus on delivering WBG semiconductor wafers, enabling the next generation of power electronic devices. These materials are crucial to sectors like electric vehicles, renewable energy, and telecommunications.
LatticeX brings its patented microgravity annealing technology to improve the thermal and yield performance of WBG materials. By eliminating gravity-induced defects found in traditional Earth-based processes, the technology enhances the quality and commercial potential of silicon carbide wafers, making lower-grade materials suitable for advanced applications.
Zero-G has expertise and technical skills in creating and operating microgravity environments for commercial use. The team has supported research and activities in microgravity across various applications. This experience permits Zero-G to support the transition of space-based manufacturing from development to operations.
“We believe this partnership will set a new standard in semiconductor quality and performance,” said Tyler Craig, chairman of LatticeX. “By leveraging microgravity, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in materials science.”
Zero-G CEO Kevin Sproge said, “Microgravity manufacturing has shown tremendous promise to create novel and better materials, especially in the areas of semiconductors. Zero-G has the ability to make microgravity manufacturing at scale a reality today at a cost orders of magnitude less than on-orbit applications.”
Matt Gohd, chairman, “We are excited to start this path with LatticeX to transform the semiconductor industry and with it Zero Gravity Manufacturing. There is more to come.”
Source: Zero-G
About Zero-G
Zero Gravity Corporation (Zero-G) is a U.S.-based provider of parabolic flight services, offering weightless flight experiences and microgravity environments for research, training, and entertainment. Established in 1993 and headquartered in Exploration Park, FL, the company operates G-Force One, a modified Boeing 727 aircraft approved by the FAA. Zero-G supports industries including aerospace, scientific research, commercial aviation training, media production, and corporate events. Its services enable scientists to conduct experiments in microgravity, assist in astronaut training, and provide weightless flight experiences for individuals and organizations. The company has been in commercial operation since 2004 and has supported projects involving universities, government agencies, and private sector partners. As of 2025, Zero-G employs approx. 80 people and reports annual revenue of around $3.8M. Its activities contribute to advancing microgravity research and supporting commercial spaceflight preparation efforts in the U.S. and internationally.