Mark I is our proof of concept. The entire engine is designed and fabricated from the ground up by an entirely undergraduate team. Guided through collaborations with experts across the industry, including NASA, Project Wavefront is planning to close the loop from ideation to delivery in less than 12 months. With a test campaign slated for Q3 2026, Project Wavefront is ready to redefine the future of Aerospace.

Project Wavefront aims to cultivate an engineering environment that emphasizes technical rigor, project ownership, and a culture of relentless innovation. As a 501c3 non-profit educational research group, our primary goal is to accelerate rotating detonation rocket engine (RDRE) research. While significant research exists surrounding RDREs, it remains highly confined to major aerospace companies and well-funded laboratories. By thoroughly documenting our process and publishing the principles behind our system, we aim to bridge this gap and create a future where RDRE research and innovation is more accessible.