Epsilon3's software platform manages complex operational procedures, saving operators time and reducing errors. The platform supports a majority of a project's life cycle, from integration and testing through live operations.

In the episode, Laura speaks with satsearch COO Narayan Prasad Nagendra about a range of topics including:

• AI readiness and timing: the readiness of AI to handle process and resource management of complex space missions and whether this is the right time for AI adoption, despite the space industry's traditionally complex and conservative nature.
• Safety and anomaly detection: making AI-driven anomaly detection for mission-critical systems simultaneously sensitive enough to catch real problems and robust enough to avoid excessive false alarms.
• Procedure correctness and vetting: ensuring that AI-generated or imported procedures meet the extremely high requirements for correctness, detail, and adherence to regulatory standards for spaceflight operations.
• Data security and customer trust: the specific architectural and security measures Epsilon3 is implementing to guarantee that sensitive, often classified, customer data is never exposed to external AI services, thus building trust with cautious space engineers.
• Immediate practical applications: the possibility of immediate and practical applications like dynamic AI scheduling or a recommender system, that could significantly reduce manual workload or human error for operations engineers in the next 12-18 months.

You can find out more about Epsilon3 here on their satsearch supplier hub. And if you would like to learn more about the space industry and our work at satsearch building the global space supply chain, please take a look at our blog.

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TI is a global electronics manufacturer with a wide portfolio of space-grade components to support space missions across the spectrum.

In the episode, Adrian, Michael and satsearch COO Narayan Prasad Nagendra discuss:

• FDIR as a complex, critical sequence in space system design: Since equipment in space cannot be manually repaired, systems must quickly and reliably detect faults, isolate the damaged unit (e.g., by switching it off), and recover mission operations, often by engaging a redundant unit.
• Trade-off between reliability, performance, and cost: Engineers face this trade-off particularly when selecting components that must withstand extreme environments (radiation, temperature cycles) and long missions (LEO vs. GEO/Deep Space). Using non-space-grade parts introduces significant risk and defeats the purpose of FDIR.
• Effective fault containment based on integrated, smart strategies: Strategies that avoid complexity, using methods like galvanic isolation, fast load switches, and highly-integrated space-grade components that incorporate diagnostics and can execute complex decision-making based on multiple sensor inputs (voltage, current, temperature) prevent fault propagation.

You can find out more about TI on their satsearch supplier hub. And if you would like to learn more about the space industry and our work at satsearch building the global space supply chain, please take a look at our blog.

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Acktar is a specialist provider of optical coatings and protective solutions, including space-rated ultra-black coatings and foils that improve the efficiency and performance of mission equipment.

In this episode, Tamas and satsearch COO Narayan Prasad Nagendra discuss:

• Deep space stray light mitigation: Acktar's Fractal Black™ coating is critical for stray light mitigation in high-profile, deep space observatories, such as the James Webb Space Telescope and Europa Clipper, which ensures optimal performance by minimizing unwanted light for clear data acquisition.
• Extreme environment thermal and stray light management: The BepiColombo mission uses a complementary pair of coatings: Acktar White™ for thermal management and Magic Black™ for stray light control, demonstrating a tailored approach to handle the combined challenges of intense heat and light in harsh environments.
• Lunar thermal regulation: The Chandrayaan-2 mission utilized the Nano Black™ coating to provide essential temperature regulation on the lunar surface, addressing a key thermal management concern for the mission's success.
• Small satellite optical contamination control: Spectral Black™ coatings are applied to smaller satellite platforms, like the CanX series and other LEO satellites, to reduce optical contamination and light pollution, which is increasingly important as the number of LEO satellites grows.

You can find out more about Acktar here on their satsearch supplier hub. And if you would like to learn more about the space industry and our work at satsearch, please take a look at our blog.

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Terma's space business provides mission-critical electronics, software, and services for space applications.

In the episode, Hans and satsearch COO Prasad Nagendra discuss:

1. 💸 Scaling Shift - "Software Over Boxes": Traditional ground stations scale by adding costly physical modem hardware, a CapEx-heavy approach. Software-Defined Radio (SDR) technology flips this model, allowing operators to scale capacity instantly by adding compute power instead of new boxes, dramatically improving economic efficiency.

2. 🔄 Dynamic Adaptation and Flexibility: SDR technology empowers operators to dynamically change critical communication parameters, like frequencies or modulation schemes, post-launch via software updates. This capability is vital for optimizing spectrum use, mitigating unexpected interference, and extending a satellite's mission lifetime.

3. 🌐 Enabling Ground Station-as-a-Service (GSaaS): SDR is the key driver enabling ground stations to operate as a shared, virtualized service. This shift minimizes hardware investment and allows operators to move toward efficient, multi-mission models instead of maintaining dedicated, underutilized infrastructure.

4. 📈 Efficient Throughput Management: SDR's scaling flexibility efficiently addresses two extremes: small, specialized missions and high-throughput commercial operations. It allows a single station to support vastly different mission profiles instantly, ensuring maximum asset utilization across the board.

5. 🛡️ Securing the Virtualized Network: The shift to a software-defined network introduces unique cybersecurity challenges compared to traditional hardware setups. Implementing robust best practices, like Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), is essential to securing virtual data flows and protecting critical mission operations.

6. 💡 Future Paradigms and AI Integration: Looking ahead, SDR is positioned to enable the next generation of space communication, including AI-driven adaptive networks and seamless integration with optical links. These trends will fundamentally redefine the performance and economics of global satellite communication networks within the next decade.

You can find out more about Terma on their satsearch supplier hub. And if you would like to learn more about the space industry and our work at satsearch, please take a look at our blog.

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Terma's space business provides mission-critical electronics, software, and services for space applications.

In the episode, Mattias and satsearch COO Narayan Prasad Nagendra discuss the:

• critical importance of high-performance processor emulation for space missions, like Terma's TEMU, allowing for comprehensive validation and debugging of on-board computer (OBC) software and minimizing the risk of costly failures once a satellite is in orbit, and the
• challenges of high-fidelity simulation in accurately emulating complex modern space processors, especially multi-core architectures, to achieve real-time or faster-than-real-time performance, while maintaining instruction-level accuracy for reliable software development and operational training.

You can find out more about Terma on their satsearch supplier hub. And if you would like to learn more about the space industry and our work at satsearch, please take a look at our blog.

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TI is a global electronics manufacturer with a wide portfolio of space-grade components to support space missions across the spectrum.

In the episode, Adrian, Michael and satsearch COO Narayan Prasad Nagendra discuss:

• Standardized architectures in space missions that enable modular, interoperable system designs across suppliers, helping to reduce R&D costs, support component re-use, and foster a diverse supplier ecosystem.
• Harsher environmental and longevity challenges faced by space missions compared to automotive applications, which share principles like system modularity and cost-efficient R&D; however space applications require dedicated components, long-term support, and reliability over decades.
• Space-grade products offered by TI in two qualification levels — SEP and SP — to meet varied mission requirements, with benefits like pin-compatible options, broad portfolio coverage, and flight heritage from previously proven components.

You can find out more about TI on their satsearch supplier hub. And if you would like to learn more about the space industry and our work at satsearch building the global space supply chain, please take a look at our blog.

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Alén Space, based in Spain and part of the GMV group, specializes in the design, manufacturing, and operation of small satellites. It offers cutting-edge technology for nanosatellites and microsatellites, as well as end-to-end mission development services.

In this podcast episode, Isolina and satsearch COO Narayan Prasad Nagendra discuss the evolving NewSpace market from a nanosatellite manufacturer's perspective including:

• How the CubeSat market has evolved over the last decade
• The nature of customers that exist in the market today
• Factors influencing architectures of nanosatellite platforms, and the importance of reliable service from space
• Missions Alén Space is involved, both in the realm of technology demos and commercial missions.

You can find out more about Alén Space here on their satsearch supplier hub.

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Acktar is a specialist provider of optical coatings and protective solutions, including space-rated ultra-black coatings and foils that improve the efficiency and performance of mission equipment.

In this podcast Tamas and Narayan discuss stray light in space, covering:

• The causes and effects of stray light in today's space missions
• How it can be reduced, mitigated, or protected from entirely
• The nuances in stray light impacts in different mission profiles (e.g. LEO vs. deep space)
• Acktar's extensive track record supporting mission teams to suppress stray light
• How the company is developing its portfolio to meet the changing needs of space missions and services

You can find out more about Acktar here on their satsearch supplier hub.

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Laura speaks with satsearch COO Narayan Prasad and covers a range of topics including:

• Why spacecraft teams have outgrown spreadsheets and other legacy tools for managing manufacturing and testing
• How outdated tools can sometimes lead to mission-critical issues in space
• The importance of software tools and workflows in ensuring quality during development
• Advice and recommendations for manufacturers working toward quality certifications
• Laura's views on how the industry is changing and on the larger role that software is playing

You can find out more about Epsilon3 here on their satsearch supplier hub.

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Terma is a Denmark based provider of aerospace and defense related products and their space portfolio features a variety of essential electronics and software tools for space missions. In the podcast we discuss various aspects of flight dynamics systems:

• The importance of flight dynamics in develop satellite constellations
• How they streamline operations, orbit determination, and reduce workloads
• Examples of formation flying in space missions
• Mission applications and future scenarios that such solutions enable

You can find out more about Terma here on their satsearch supplier hub.

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This episode of the Space Industry podcast by satsearch is a conversation with Laura Crabtree of satsearch Trusted Supplier Epsilon3.

Epsilon3 is a US-based software company working to modernize space missions, and other areas of industry, through automation and engineering and operational software.

In the podcast we discuss:

• How Laura's industry experience, at SpaceX and Northrop Grumman, has shaped Epsilon3
• How manufacturing companies can realistically incorporate automation step by step
• Gaps in the Tracking, Telemetry, and Command (TT&C) process chain and ecosystem where automation can have the most benefits
• How Epsilon3 can improve reliability and reduce team workloads through real-time data visualization, integrated command and telemetry, and comprehensive traceability
• Future plans for the business

You can find out more about Epsilon3 here on their satsearch supplier hub https://satsearch.com/suppliers/epsilon3.

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Remred is a Hungarian high technology company that was founded as a spin-off of a highly experienced space research group.

Remred has participated in a number of missions and programs including contributions for Lunar Gateway, Mars Sample Return, and the International Space Station, working with ESA, NASA, and many other organizations.

Today, Remred’s portfolio encompasses a full range of solutions from manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing (MAIT), software development, ground and space equipment, and human spaceflight support. In the podcast we discussed:

• Remred’s core areas of operation and expertise
• Recent issues and weaknesses in the supply chain that Remred has encountered on projects
• Advice for suppliers on how they can maximize their chances of success in the modern industry
• Insights from Remred’s work with satsearch on a recent major trade study
• Predictions on how the space industry may evolve in years to come 

To find out more about Remred, take a look at the company’s profile on satsearch https://satsearch.com/suppliers/remred.

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Alén Space is a Spain-based manufacturer of satellite technology across a range of form factors, offering both individual space systems and turnkey solutions for new missions. It is also a part of GMV Group.

In the podcast Narayan and Antonio discuss:

• How the CubeSat sector has evolved over the years, and where this market, and microsats, may be heading
• The growing importance of cybersecurity in space, and some ongoing projects to improve it
• The importance of LEO Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT), particularly for autonomous systems
•  Alén Space's work in the space industry, including ongoing projects and plans for the future

You can find out more about Alén Space here on their satsearch supplier hub https://satsearch.com/suppliers/alenspace.

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Alén Space is a Spanish satellite technology manufacturer offering both individual space systems and turnkey solutions for new missions.

In the podcast we discuss:

• Emerging trends in satellite communications
• How NewSpace suppliers are innovating to meet this demand
• The range of products and services that Alén Space develops for the industry
• What the next steps are for the company

You can find out more about Alén Space here on their satsearch supplier hub https://satsearch.com/suppliers/alenspace.

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Texas Instruments is a global electronics manufacturer with a strong space-grade component portfolio.

In the podcast we discuss:

• Why the RF spectrum is getting more congested
• How phased array antennas can provide a possible solution to alleviate this
• How this technology works
• The types of applications that could most benefit from phased array antenna use
• Advice on designing with and integrating such systems in a space communications setup

You can find out more about Texas Instruments here on their satsearch supplier hub: https://satsearch.com/suppliers/texas-instruments.

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Epsilon3 is a US-based software company on a mission to modernize space missions by building the industry standard of operational software. 

In the podcast we discuss:

• Laura's own personal motivation in the space industry and her professional background - including work at Northrop Grumman and SpaceX
• How the emerging mission operations requirements of new space companies led to an opportunity to create Epsilon3
• Trends in digital transformation and software operations in the space industry
• How Epsilon3 ensures security and the question of cloud-based vs. on-premise software deployment
• How software tools and digital processes are improving and speeding up assembly, integration, and testing (AIT)
• How space companies should deal with failure, and use it to build their brand narrative

You can find out more about Epsilon3 here on their satsearch supplier hub https://satsearch.com/suppliers/epsilon3.

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cosine is a Netherlands based space company, and satsearch Trusted Supplier, that builds optical and in-situ measurement systems for space, air, and ground use.

The company has produced solutions for a variety of industry sectors, including medicine, agriculture, and space, and has particular expertise in edge computing and hyperspectral imaging. In the podcast we cover:

• The technical advantages that hyperspectral imaging can bring to space services
• An overview of cosine’s work, and current focus, in the space industry
• The applications and status of edge computing in space
• The benefits and uses of thermal imaging from satellites
• How cosine has developed a high volume batch production approach that maintains quality and consistency

You can find out more about cosine here on their satsearch supplier hub.

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Armada deploys advanced artificial (AI) intelligence and other computing resources at the edge - in both terrestrial and space settings - and has a strategic partnership with SpaceX on the Starlink constellation.

In the discussion we cover:

• Dan's background and the formation of Armada
• The unique benefits that edge computing can bring to both space-based and terrestrial applications
• Armada's partnership with SpaceX on Starlink
• Advice for suppliers looking to work with major constellations

You can find out more about Armada here on the company website.

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Open Cosmos is a well known brand in the industry offering end to end space mission services. And in this episode we discuss the company’s supply chain management covering:

• Karthik's background and work at Open Cosmos
• Products and services that can cause delays due to long lead times
• Subsystems and components with limited supply on the market today
• What Karthik is looking forward to working on and witnessing in the space industry over the next few years

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Eartheye Space is an Earth Observation data company based in Singapore, focused on bringing new innovation and business models to the sector.

In the podcast we discussed:

• How Eartheye's "tasking-as-a-service" , "insights-as-a-service" and "source-fuse-use workflow" all work.
• Examples of the satellites and constellations that Eartheye has access to, and the data they can get from them.
• The biggest technical challenges Eartheye has needed to overcome with regards to data fusion
• Common challenges that end-users face when it comes to integrating satellite data into their processes, projects, or businesses
• And lots more!

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D-Orbit is aiming to develop the next generation of space logistics hardware and services, building on the company's strong heritage of orbital transport missions, hosted payloads, and satellite missions.

D-Orbit's supply chain plays a vital role in this work and Paolo is ideally placed to share insights on how it is managed in the company, as well as offer ideas and insights to help the wider industry improve. In particular we cover:

• Paolo's background and what he is working on at D-Orbit
• Technologies that are currently limited by high prices, long lead times, and a lack of competition in the industry
• Areas where Paolo believes there are opportunities to bring new innovations to market
• Advice for suppliers on how to be more successful in today's industry
• What Paolo is most excited about working on over the next few years

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Chris has written 3 books about SpaceX, one of which he is currently serializing on a Substack newsletter.

In this discussion we cover various aspects of SpaceX's work and Chris' writing and research on the company, including:

• How SpaceX has focused heavily on in-house manufacturing, and how this may be relevant to other companies
• The company's engineering architecture and approach - from first interviews to the top-level management structure
• How Elon Musk's other companies and activities benefit SpaceX (and vice versa)
• The impact on the industry's reliance on SpaceX for launch, and barriers/opportunities for other launch companies
• How Starship could affect space exploration and the wider industry, with potential dates for major milestones
• What Chris is most excited about witnessing in the industry over the next few years

You can find out more about Chris' writing and research on SpaceX at the links below:

• Substack: https://chrisprophet.substack.com/
• Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Chris-Prophet/author/B00J7R4CM4

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In the episode we cover:

• The benefits of using plastic packages vs. ceramic packaging
• These include SWaP+C advantages, simpler production with no forming or trimming of lead frame required, and pin-compatibility between quality classes
• The role that Texas Instruments has played in supporting the standardization of QMLP
• How and why TI will continue to offer QMLV-RHA (ceramic) packaging
• How TI supports its space customers, with a catalog business approach, in order to enable rapid and predictable design execution, with strong supply capabilities

You can find out more about Texas Instruments here on their satsearch supplier hub.

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In the episode we discuss many different aspects of supply chain management and engineering that companies like Apex need to consider in order to enable truly rapid satellite development. We cover:

• How Apex is approaching satellite development in order to optimize for speed
• Approaching build vs. buy decisions in satellite engineering
• How a clear understanding of unit economics affects supply chain development
• Whether manufacturing processes optimized for standardized production can still be agile if needed

You can find out more about Apex here on the company's website: https://www.apexspace.com/

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Jatan is a writer, speaker, and consultant covering various aspects of the space industry, and authors the Moon Monday and Indian Space Progress newsletters.

Our host Hywel Curtis discussed various topics with Jatan relating to planetary science, lunar missions and the space ecosystem in India. In particular the podcast covers:

• The most important planetary science missions and programs over the last few years
• The technical aspects at play in the development of the lunar mission ecosystem
• The areas of the industry that India is focussing on
• Jatan's own work creating independent content on different aspects of the space industry

To find out more about Jatan's work please use the links below, as mentioned in the episode:

• Main website: https://jatan.space
• The Moon Monday newsletter: https://jatan.space/tag/moon-monday/
• The Indian Space newsletter: https://jatan.space/tag/indian-space/
• Sponsorship: https://jatan.space/support/
• Consultancy: https://jatan.space/consulting/

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We discuss all aspects of the launch segment and wider movements in the space industry around the world. In particular we focus on:

• The impacts of the industry's reliance (or over-reliance) on SpaceX for launch
• How the other big players in the launch segment are approaching the industry
• What a US-centric launch sector means for space missions around the world
• The upcoming missions and programs that John finds most interesting and important
• His views on the wider industry in the years to come

To find out more about John's work please use the links below, as mentioned in the episode:

• Website: https://www.illdefined.space/
• Substack: https://illdefinedspace.substack.com/
• X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/John__Holst
• BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/illdefined.space

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Episode 58 of the Space Industry podcast by satsearch is a conversation with Aravind Ravichandran, founder of TerraWatch Space.

In the episode we discuss trends and movements in the Earth Observation (EO) sector, from a variety of perspectives. In particular we cover:

• New Earth Observation technologies and operating models coming online very soon
• How satellite data end users are approaching the market
• Insights into data fusion with terrestrial sources
• How deep space exploration is opening up new opportunities for EO suppliers
• And more

You can find out more about Aravind and TerraWatch here on the company's website https://terrawatchspace.com/ as well as on the links below:

EO Summit: https://eosummit.com/
X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/aravindEO
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aravindravichandran/
Newsletter: https://terrawatchspace.com/newsletter/
Podcast: https://terrawatchspace.com/podcast/

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In the episode we discuss the progress that has been made in the industry to make space a safer and more sustainable operating environment - as well as all of the work still to do. In particular we cover:

• The current state of play with regards to space debris mitigation
• Thoughts on active debris removal
• How the Space Sustainability Rating (SSR) works and how it was developed
• Expectations on the evolution of debris mitigation and prevention initiatives in the future

You can find out more about the Space Sustainability Rating (SSR) here on the organization's website: https://spacesustainabilityrating.org/

Interested in finding out more about the rating? Feel free to contact the SSR team at contact@ssr.space

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Fortuna Investments is a US-based private investment company operating in various high growth sectors including, space. Int he podcast we discussed various aspects of investing in space companies in today's economy and business climate, including:

- The macroeconomic trends currently affecting the space industry
- The factors that space suppliers need to consider in order to navigate challenging market conditions
- Building the case for space to investors and stakeholders outside of the industry
- Fortuna Investments' work and plans in the sector

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Kelli is an experienced space industry professional who has worked in both the public and private sectors, so we discussed a wide range of issues and insights from both domains, and how they may affect space companies in 2024 and beyond.

In particular we covered:

• Trends in how companies are coming to market today compared to previous years
• How space entrepreneurs can balance hype and optimism
• How companies outside of our industry should think about their own space strategies, or even becoming a space company
• The evolving role of space agencies in fostering a dynamic industry
• The work of the Space Foundation

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The evolution of satellite communications technology has pushed the innovation boundaries of subsystems and payloads. Simultaneously, the applications and supply of electronic components and power systems have also advanced in line with new market demands.

NewSpace companies are tapping into these latest technologies in the satellite communications segment and utilizing it to open opportunities in markets such as laser communications. Therefore, in this episode, we will take a deep dive into the rising demand of high-performing satellite communications payloads, as well as the technical systems required to support these high-performance systems.

• Beamforming / electronically steered antennas, power density, and low board space are key requirements to enable it.
• RF sampling at high-frequency bands with high instantaneous bandwidth, high-speed ADCs are needed, extremely high quality clocking even more, RF amplifiers replace bulky baluns with even better linearity.
• High processing needs require efficient power supply as well as power generation capabilities.
• Advanced security is a key requirement for new missions (e.g. IRIS2 will use quantum key distribution)
• NewSpace technologies like laser communication, require high-speed data acquisition systems as well as precision pointing systems that require advanced motor control solutions

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The ‘build vs. buy’ question is faced by engineers at all levels of satellite and spacecraft development. And it isn’t always simple to answer – there are more options on the market than ever, along with greater pressure to deliver high performance.

In this podcast we discuss how to go about making that choice in a few key areas of space mission development. We cover:

• How partnering can speed up the deployment of a constellation
• The effects on raising finance that agreements (whether binding or principle) with external providers can have
• The pros and cons of partnerships in key areas such as the ground segment and software-defined radio (SDR) use
• How the market could continue to mature and develop in years to come

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Epsilon3 is a US-based software solutions company providing services in the space as well as other commercial industries. Epsilon3 modernizes space missions by building the industry standard of operational software. Its software platform manages complex operational procedures, saving operators time and reducing errors. The platform supports a majority of a project’s life cycle from integration and testing through live operations.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How communication between the engineering team and other decision-makers is crucial to ensure the success of the end-to-end space mission development process
• Set up your organization to make decisions
• Empower people to make a decision, even if it's the wrong one
• Be ok with mistakes, and learn from them

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Space Forge is a UK-based company aiming to develop reusable on-orbit fabrication capabilities in order to carry out in-space manufacturing procedures, offer microgravity as a service, and return materials to Earth. Southern Launch owns and operates the only rocket launch ranges in Australia approved by the Australian Space Agency for space launches.

In the podcast we discuss:

• How Space Forge aims to reliably and cost-effectively bring materials and equipment back to Earth from space
• What will differentiate Space Forge from private space station use and other in-space manufacturing concepts
• The regulatory aspects of operating launch and return facilities for space missions
• How the two companies are partnering to develop a commercial service for the future
• What sort of applications and business opportunities could be viable in-space manufacturing targets

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With the potential of connecting billions of new customers on the table, several new and established companies are looking into this area, with Lynk being one of the most established players. In the podcast we discuss:

• The current structure of the Sat2Phone market.
• The specific technical requirements that make a Sat2Phone system operate effectively and consistently.
• The role of regulators and how space companies can better engage with them.
• Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the modern space industry.
• The future outlook for satellite connectivity and the Sat2Phone market.

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Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor manufacturing company with expertise in analog and embedded processing chips. The company was founded in 1930 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas. In this episode, we discuss:

• While power is a very precious good in space satellite applications continue to become even more power-hungry in the future:
  • More intelligence/processing power for telecom and data routing applications
  • AI for pre-processing on-board on optical and radar imaging payload to reduce data rates even though resolution goes up  
  • Electrically steered antennas replace classic mechanical antenna pointing system, RF to bits (RF sampling)
  • Small satellites autonomous maneuvering for debris avoidance, etc.
• Designers must increase total power capabilities / power density and bring efficiency up. Efficiency is very important as any improvement will bring a double benefit: power that is no longer wasted does not have to be produced anymore. Reduced power losses save efforts in cooling. With higher efficiency, there is also greater power density possible. TI’s products enable such higher power density to also enable savings in the board area.
• The high quality of the voltage rails is increasingly challenging to meet: e.g. Only 0.8V core voltages with tens of Amperes but +/-3% tolerance leaves only mV intolerance; Power distribution network requires a high amount of capacitance which adds cost and board area. highly precise instruments and very high-throughput communication systems require super-low noise levels on the supply voltage. 
• The power tree is fundamentally important for the overall robustness and availability of the satellite. TI provides a high level of radiation hardness (especially against heavy ion impacts which are challenging for power devices) combined with several protection solutions – integrated into the actual power devices but also as discrete functions to complement the actual power supply solution. Tight control of the voltage rails is very important to assure the reliability of the system. For e.g. a 10% transient applied to a downstream device can easily damage it or degrade its longevity. With -SEP and QMLP/QMLV the right level of cost & rad hardness. Fault Detection, Isolation & Recovery
• Full portfolio and strong roadmap, including eFuses, all to power density, protection, integration 
• Strong design support capabilities; Stability analysis, pricing, and availability via web store; PMP designs; EVMs; TIDAs… All radiation reports, quality data, materials, etc. are available online.

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Leaf Space is a ground segment developer, operator, and service provider based in Italy. In this podcast, we discuss:

• It is never too early to start planning your ground segment. RF Licensing is mandatory and can require months to be issued and it is good practice to avoid problems near to launch date
• The amount of money and time saved by choosing a GSaaS solution is really not negligible and still, an excellent quality of service is delivered
• By selecting a Ground Segment as-a-Service provider, satellite operators easily avoid financial uncertainties and unknown risks related to the ground segment's deployment and maintenance

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Alén Space is a small satellite product manufacturer and service provider based in Spain. In this podcast, we discuss:

• The industry growth and challenges in LEO communication missions
• Evolution and development of a new SDR to respond to the market needs
• How new horizons (missions/applications) are achievable with a new modular SDR

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Bright Ascension is a Scotland-based software company that builds tools, model-based platforms, and solutions for space engineers and other stakeholders. In the podcast we discuss:

• Typical timelines for software development in different types of space mission
• The common bottlenecks that slow down development and how to mitigate them
• The risks that ineffective software can bring to missions and services
• How to streamline software and communication across different areas of engineering

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TI is a global electronics manufacturer and innovation company with a strong interest in space. In this podcast Michael and Adrian delve into the myriad of decisions that face engineers looking to develop optimally-performing data acquisitions system for space. We cover:

• The typical compromises that designers face when developing solutions for data acquisition system function
• How to assess the entire signal chain to boost performance
• Guidance on implementing effective fault detection and protection protocols
• Advice and resources for assessing different circuit setups and data architectures to optimize performance

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Anisoprint is a Luxembourg-based provider of continuous fiber 3D printing solutions and in this podcast we delve into additive manufacturing processes for, and in, space. We discuss:

• What we've learned about 3D printing in space in the last 10 years
• The applications for in-space fabrication and the current state of the market
• In-situ resource utilization (ISRU) and how it could support space exploration
• What suppliers across the ecosystem should pay attention to in this field

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Cloudflight is a digital innovation and solutions provider working across many sectors, including space. In the podcast we cover:

• The key roles that data processing algorithms play in satellite missions and services
• How AI can help when hardware alone isn't adequate and you need to use routines that go beyond standard toolkits
• What companies need to think about when they are building and developing products using AI
• Other ways that AI and advanced processing can be utilized in space mission development and manufacturing

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Vyoma is a space debris monitoring company, based in Germany, developing solutions designed to ensure safe passage through space. In the podcast we cover:

• An overview of the current space debris environment in LEO, MEO and GEO
• The pros and cons of space-based and ground-based Space Situational Awareness (SSA) sensors and systems
• How fast and accurate satellite operator threat assessment notices can be
• How space assets can be maneuvered to avoid collisions
• SSA insights and recommendations for satellite developers, mission operators, and the insurance industry

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EOSOL Group is a global engineering and technical assistance services company. With experience in more than 40 countries around the world, the company operates in the strategic energy, industry, automobile, civil works, telecommunications, space, and defense sectors.

In this episode we discuss the development of ground segment antennas and feeds, and their uses in modern space missions and services. We cover:

• The architecture of a ground station and the different kinds of ground antenna on the market today
• The differences in requirements of NewSpace missions vs. traditional space missions
• The innovations in the ground segment driven by the growing demand for higher frequency communications
• How ground stations can provide flexibility for the market while maintaining performance and cost-effectiveness
• The major trends in ground antennas and feeds, and what these mean for space missions

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TI is a global electronics manufacturer and innovation company with a strong interest in space. In this podcast Michael and Adrian delve into how to enhance the performance of phased array antennas in satellite communications (satcom) applications by optimizing beamforming using gigahertz-clocking tree solutions. We cover:

• The typical challenges that designers face in the development of phased array antennas
• How clocking solutions can achieve higher performance while maintaining tight synchronization across all channels
• Use of the JESD204 standard for high-speed data-capture designs using FPGA
• How gigahertz-clocking tree solutions in phased array antennas in space applications may evolve in years to come

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Space Kidz India is a Chennai, India, based company that develops satellite and high-altitude balloon missions, technology demonstrations, educational programs, and a range of other initiatives in the space industry.

In the podcast we discuss:

• Space Kidz India's origins and missions carried out to date
• What the company looks for in a new supplier
• How space companies can better share information on their products and services with prospective buyers
• Some of the bottlenecks in procurement and how they can be overcome
• Space Kidz India's upcoming work and future plans

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Oxford Space Systems is a UK-based specialist in the manufacture of deployable antennas and structures across a variety of CubeSat and smallsat mission profiles. We covered:

• How a project is initiated and how customer partnerships are developed
• How RF analysis on new antennas is performed
• The mechanical aspects of testing and development that need to be considered in a new project
• The mix of skills that different team members bring to each project, including the use of innovative materials and origami engineering
• How Oxford Space Systems organizes teams, development, and project work

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DcubeD is a Munich-based NewSpace company specializing in the development of deployable components and sub-systems for small satellites. In the podcast we cover: 

• The technology limitations that make a case for high power deployable solar array solutions
• The areas of innovation that DcubeD has brought together to bring their system to market
• Thermal management of the high power generated
• How deployable arrays can be scaled for use in larger satellites
• What industry developments are capturing DcubeD's interest in the coming years

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• What the NewSpace sector is and how it is characterized
• What makes spacecraft architectures different in today's missions
• The importance of software at all levels of a mission
• The concept of a software-defined satellite and what opportunities this is bringing to the industry

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• What upstream manufacturers look for in new potential suppliers
• How to work with prospective clients to ensure your proposals are effectively assessed
• Lead times and logistics considerations in the modern industry
• What's on the horizon for Pixxel's constellation and business

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KP Labs is a Poland-based company offering AI computers and software to bring autonomy to demanding space missions. In the podcast we discuss:

• The factors driving the increase in adoption of on-board data processing (OBDP) and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities on satellites
• Examples of how algorithms and processing tools can support different missions
• Advice on how to integrate hardware and software for AI use
• Predictions on where such advances could take NewSpace in years to come

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In the podcast we discuss:

• Commercial drivers in the human spaceflight (HSF) sector
• The economic impacts of commercial providers on NASA's future missions
• How the various proposed private space stations are contributing to HSF demand
• Predictions on the evolution of the market in years to come

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In this episode we discuss how coatings can be used to suppress stray light, and reduce noise and reflections, as well as how to integrate them into space equipment for missions. We cover:

• How black coatings are leveraged in space missions
• Qualification and testing requirements for NewSpace missions
• What satellite camera manufacturers need to consider in order to enhance optical performance
• Recommendations for designers of star trackers and other optical sensors for satellites

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Dimac Red is a global professional sales organization with a focus on providing high-reliability electronic components for the space sector.

In this episode we discuss the procurement of such components and what factors engineers need to weigh up during selection. We cover:

• Balancing performance and risk, as well as costs, in mission design
• Upscreening and qualifying electronic components for use in space
• How the value chain (from wafer fab to assembly site) impacts the final design
• The future of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) usage in space missions

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Texas Instruments is a global manufacturer of semiconductors, integrated circuits, and other electronic components, with headquarters in Dallas, Texas, in the US.

The company has a suite of products for the defense, aerospace, and space sectors, and in this show we talk about how NewSpace engineers can balance risk, quality, and price during component procurement. We discuss:

• How engineers can get the highest cost-to-performance for electronic components
• Approaches to qualifying parts and components to improve mission integration
• The effects of the value chain, from wafer fab to final assembly, on risk and quality
• The potential for adapting and utilizing commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) components beyond Low Earth Orbit (LEO)

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Sfera is a Bulgarian NewSpace company that develops technologies to integrate satellite data systems. In the podcast we discuss:

• Uses of blockchain in the space industry, particularly in the ground segment
• The existing bottlenecks in ground station services
• The changes to practices, hardware, and software that blockchain technology would require
• How operators may be encouraged to introduce blockchain into existing systems

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The team includes engineering and design professionals from Northrop, Google, and SpaceX, with experience that includes first-hand operational management of sending American astronauts to the ISS.

In the podcast we discuss how improved team communication and project lifecycle management can result in better engineering outcomes and help avoid mission failure. We cover:

• The gaps that can exist between designers and operators
• The impacts of a lack of procedure tracking on space missions
• How to improve team communication, and why this is important
• Examples of missions and services that benefit from enhanced operations management

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SteamJet Space Systems is a small satellite propulsion system manufacturer based in the UK specializing in electrothermal water-based propulsion for CubeSats.

In the podcast we discuss:

• The current maturity level of electrothermal water-based propulsion technologies
• Missions and maneuvers suited to flying water-based thrusters
• How water compares with other green propellants
• Future applications for this technology, such as in-orbit servicing and satellite de-orbiting

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Oxford Space Systems is a UK-based manufacturer of deployable antennas for the space industry. In this conversation we discuss the challenges of creating deployable antennas and systems for CubeSat missions, covering:

• The use of origami processes to stow and deploy antennas
• How deployable systems perform against fixed alternatives
• Testing and qualification mechanisms
• The use of advanced materials in deployable systems and other future innovations

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DcubeD is a Germany-based manufacturer of actuators and deployable structures for nanosats and smallsats, and the wider commercial space industry.

In this conversation, we discuss testing and qualification for deployables and other technologies. We cover:

• How testing and qualification of deployables is currently performed.
• Examples of different mission scenarios in which deployables are a key requirement.
• The use of agency standards such as ECSS, GEVS, etc.
• Ensuring successful final Assembly, Integration and Testing (AIT) of deployable sub-systems.

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EnduroSat is a nanosatellite manufacturer and operator with headquarters in Bulgaria.

EnduroSat has quickly built a strong brand in the space sector since being founded in 2015 and has worked with customers all across the globe. In the show we discuss:

• The pros and cons of the standardization of satellite sub-system interfaces
• How teams can work better with satellite platform providers remotely
• The ways that equipment tests (such as hardware and software in the loop) can be run between collaborating teams
• How proprietary technologies and data can be protected in shared missions

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Leaf Space has a major focus on the Ground station as a Service (GSaaS) business model and has served a range of clients across the industry running both single and multiple missions.

In the episode we discuss some of the lessons and insights from this experience, including:

• The common bottlenecks satellite operators face with ground station access
• The use of standard framework agreements to provide ground segment services to multiple satellites
• Meeting regulatory requirements and conditions across multiple missions
• How Ground station as a Service (GSaaS) framework agreements can streamline procurement and bring satellite operators and ground station managers closer in alignment
• Predictions on the evolution of the ground segment in years to come

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KP Labs is a Polish NewSpace business founded in 2016 that develops autonomous spacecraft and robotic technology.

In the episode we discuss creating a hardware and software ecosystem to bring AI-powered algorithms for autonomy in space missions. We cover:

• The current maturity of AI systems for autonomous operations
• The types of missions and requirements that could require such functionality
• KP Labs' Smart Mission Ecosystem and the benefits it can bring to missions
• Predictions on the growth of the market for AI-powered autonomy in space missions

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Unibap is a Swedish firm that creates artificial intelligence (AI) and automation technologies to improve industrial processes and Simera Sense is an optical payload manufacturer based in South Africa.

The two companies are currently working together to improve Earth Observation (EO) capabilities through advanced on-board processing, using AI techniques, which is the main topic of the episode. In the podcast we discuss:

• The current state-of-the-art in EO payload processing
• The challenge of building architectures that involve high-end processing devices
• What application areas and spectral bands can benefit from intelligent on-board data processing
• The trade-offs, testing, and other considerations that go into building such missions

To find out more about Unibap and Simera Sense, please use these links to view the companies' satsearch supplier hubs, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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NewSpace Systems has developed a strong heritage in the modern commercial space sector with hardware and services provided to more than 60 clients, including several national agencies. But this progress is a built on a foundation of expertise in so-called ‘Old Space’ industry – by applying lessons from working on missions and services in decades past.

And that’s what we talk about in the episode, including:

• What James thinks the terms of New and Old Space really mean
• The importance of effective, widely used standards in the industry, and the benefits these can bring to businesses
• The factors that need to be considered when determining the true total lifetime cost of a mission
• How manufacturers can meet high volume requirements without sacrificing quality

To find out more about NewSpace Systems please view the company's supplier hub on the satsearch platform, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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Redwire is a space infrastructure company headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, and works with companies around the world on missions at a variety of scales. In the episode we discuss:

• The value of open architecture and common standards in space mission simulation
• How and when engineers should think about the modeling stage of a mission
• Redwire's Advanced Configurable Open-system Research Network (ACORN) system
• The future for reconfigurable system design and open architecture modeling in space

To find out more about Redwire please view the company's supplier hub on the satsearch platform, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• The frequency bands that are currently under-addressed in planned EO constellations.
• Why some companies choose to vertically integrate EO business units, while others use more external suppliers.
• The scope for deployable EO payloads to potentially provide better resolution imagery in the same size of satellites.
• The current structure of the market (including relationships between space agencies and private companies) and predictions of future developments.

To find out more about Simera Sense please view the company's supplier hub on the satsearch platform, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• How the CubeSat industry has evolved to produce platforms with higher performance and reliability.
• The current trends in the industry, with regard to satellite sizes, payload capabilities, and more.
• The commercial and technology challenges of adapting LEO technology GEO applications.
• How the GEO sector could evolve in the coming years.

To find out more about Space Inventor please view the company's supplier hub on the satsearch platform, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• The challenges and benefits of integrating sub-systems from different suppliers.
• How on-board and ground-based data systems can be better integrated for a more successful mission.
• What aspects of hardware and software can be standardized in the data ecosystem to drive efficiencies.
• Integrating cloud-based solutions into small satellite missions.

To find out more about today's guests please view the Alén Space supplier hub on satsearch, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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Xiphos is a Canadian manufacturer of on-board computers and processors, and a satsearch member, and in this episode we discuss advancing the use of FPGA-based OBCs in space applications, covering the following topics:

• How FPGA-based On-board Computers (OBCs) and Systems on Chips (SoCs) compare to standard microprocessor- and microcontroller-based architectures.
• The sort of missions and applications that are suitable for FPGA-based SoCs.
• How the design, testing, integration, and qualification of such systems can differ from computing resources that don't require logic configuration.
• The emerging opportunities that FPGA-based OBCs and SoCs can offer satellite integrators.

To find out more about today's guests please view the Xiphos supplier hub on satsearch, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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The business develops propulsion systems, avionics, attitude and orbit control technology, microgravity workspaces, and provides logistics services for missions beyond low earth orbit. Bradford Space is also a satsearch member.

Our guests are Khaki Rodway, Director of Business Development, and Patrick van Put, Managing Director of European Operations, and we discuss green propulsion in small satellites. We cover:

• The evolution of High Performance Green Propulsion (HPGP) and the benefits it can bring to small satellite missions.
• How HPGP is transported and handled by satellite integrators.
• The potential impacts of space debris and the overall Space Situational Awareness requirements in the near future.
• Using green propellant for emerging applications such as GEO/LEO refuelling and deep space missions.

To find out more about today's guests please view the Bradford Space supplier hub on satsearch, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• The challenges and opportunities that scaling up production can bring.
• How Solar MEMS prepared their own testing, qualification, and supply chain management processes to increase throughput.
• How the company stayed open to new commercial opportunities and ensured product innovation was uninterrupted while serving a major client.
• Evolution in the sun sensor market, for both in-orbit and terrestrial applications.

To find out more about today's guests please view the Solar MEMS supplier hub on satsearch.com, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• How hosted payload missions work and what technology manufacturers need to consider in planning.
• The sorts of technologies and applications that are benefitting from the hosted payload opportunities on the market today.
• How to coordinate the integration and testing of the payload into the satellite when both systems are provided by different parties.
• Securely accessing and managing the data collected during the mission.
• Where the hosted payload market is heading and what changes this could bring to the wider industry.

To find out more about today's guests please view the SatRevolution supplier hub on satsearch, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• How AI and machine learning can be integrated and used in space applications.
• The benefits that such advances can bring to Earth Observation (EO) missions and services, in order to develop actionable information that drives autonomous operations and other systems.
• How existing computing concepts have driven advances in satellite systems.
• The development of a complementary ground segment ecosystem that is supporting emerging capabilities in orbit.
• How more advanced systems in satellites will enable the better use of ground-based computing resources.

To find out more about today's guests please view the Unibap supplier hub on satsearch.com, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• The main selection criteria, and compromises, that need to be taken into account when choosing an optical payload.
• How to link your application area and end-user requirements to the technical performance of the camera.
• The misconceptions that engineers sometimes have about what an EO camera can do and how to select the ideal model for a new mission.
• Some of the EO projects that SATLANTIS is currently working on and what state-of-the-art technologies and use cases are emerging.

To find out more about today's guests please view the SATLANTIS supplier hub on satsearch.com, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• How to develop a one-off product into a modular system while maintaining performance
• Achieving the best balance of automated production processes and human engineering
• How to plan for the scaling up of hardware development before it is required
• Working with other aspects of the space domain (including ground, launch, and testing) in an agile manner
• What can be learned from other industry sectors to help accelerate development in space

To find out more about today's guests please view the NanoAvionics supplier hub on satsearch.com, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• The use of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) components in satellites
• How to standardize and develop an existing product so that it can be considered a COTS system
• What space companies can do to industrialize processes and develop product portfolios to meet demand
• What capabilities and opportunities deployable systems can bring to satellite missions, and what the trade-offs can be

To find out more about today's guests please view the DcubeD supplier hub on satsearch.com, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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Hyperion is a space company based in the Netherlands in Delft and specializes in high-performance bus components such as laser communications systems, on-board computers (OBCs), attitude control systems, and propulsion modules. It is also a satsearch member company and is part of AAC Clyde Space. In this episode we discuss:

• How satellite optical communications work and what benefits it can bring compared to RF, as well as the trade-offs required
• How optical system manufacturers are dealing with the need to enable more accurate pointing
• What changes and innovations are occurring in the ground segment in order to meet the growing demand for laser up/down-linking
• The potential extrapolation of Low Earth Orbit (EO) optical capabilities to higher orbits and deep space missions

To find out more about today's guests please view the Hyperion Technologies supplier hub on satsearch.com, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• Changes in antenna design brought about by greater demand in the NewSpace industry
• How additive manufacturing is used to create antenna systems for new applications
• The use of ceramic materials to enhance performance and efficiency
• Where the satellite antenna market is heading and the opportunities of deep space missions

For more information on today’s guests please head to the ANYWAVES supplier hub on the satsearch platform, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• How to bring expertise from different industry sectors to space
• How CubeSat missions and services are evolving, and what this means for technology manufacturers
• The use of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) components in satellites
• Ensuring quality control and mission reliability, while delivering rapidly and to spec

For more information on today’s guests please head to the NPC Spacemind supplier hub on the satsearch platform, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• What .NET app development is all about, and what it could bring to the space sector
• The barriers to bringing more software developers into the space industry
• The opportunities, and the risks, that open source software offers
• The changing roles of virtualisation and distributed computing
• How Lombiq is approaching bringing software innovation into the industry

For more information on today’s guests please head to the Lombiq Technologies on the satsearch platform and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• How ground stations and antenna networks support successful missions
• The role of spaceports, launch providers, and satellite deployment services with respect to the ground segment
• How an increased focus on satellite cybersecurity and cloud computing solutions is affecting the market
• RF radio compatibility between different companies, and the future potential of optical communications solutions
• How the ground segment and NewSpace market may grow and develop over the coming years.

For more information on today’s guests please head to the Leaf Space supplier hub on the satsearch platform and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

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• The company's experiences bringing industrial expertise from other sectors into the space industry
• How commissioning and pre-sales simulation can help demonstrate value
• Insights from WITTENSTEIN cyber motor on the space industry of today, and predictions for tomorrow
• What technical and product performance characteristics were most important for the business' product development

For more information on today’s guests please head to the WITTENSTEIN cyber motor supplier hub on the satsearch platform and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.

• Field-emission electric propulsion (FEEP) - a form of propulsion using liquid metal as a propellant
• Thrust vectoring – the ability to control thrust direction for complex movements
• ENPULSION's history and product development process
• What such propulsion capabilities can bring to missions today, and where the field might be heading in the future.

For more information on today’s guests please head to the ENPULSION supplier hub on the satsearch platform and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.