satsearch blog
Home to news about satsearch, newspace and the random musings of a team of space geeks.
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Technical details of the Long March 5B launch and new crew capsule
Find out more about China's recent Long March 5B in this guest post from Yuxin Liu, PhD candidate at the department of Astrodynamics and Space Missions, TU Delft ... read more
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Trade studies in space systems engineering
Discover an interesting approach to performing systems engineering trade studies developed by Adithya Rajendran, Head of Engineering at Lux Aerobot. ... read more
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S-band antennas on the global marketplace for space
Discover commercially-available models from suppliers around the world in this satsearch market segment overview ... read more
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Launch separation systems for CubeSats and microsatellites
Discover a range of commercial companies offering dedicated launch separation solutions for different satellite sizes on the global space marketplace ... read more
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Satlantis and Space BD aiming to be the first to launch a miniaturized submeter camera
Press release on a new In-Orbit Demonstration (IOD) mission by Satlantis Microsats and Space BD. ... read more
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Satellite ground stations: installing your own vs using an existing network
The ground segment is a vital part of any satellite mission - but is it better to build a ground station (or network of ground stations) or use a service provider that already has hardware in place? ... read more
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The 3D MGSE: enhancing smallsat development capabilities
Discover an innovative engineering tool from MURB Space to help satellite engineers minimize errors and speed up production ... read more
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S-band transmitters on the global marketplace for space
In this article we review S-band transmitter products from multiple different manufacturers available on the global space marketplace ... read more
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Survey results - space industry sentiment on re-building after Covid-19
Explore the results of our industry-wide survey assessing current sentiment on how Covid-19 will affect the space industry ... read more
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CubeSat solar panels on the global marketplace for space
Smaller satellites require a light, compact and efficient power generation system that is still robust enough to withstand launch and in-orbit operation ... read more
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Apps in space? It’s possible with the NanoSat MO Framework - ESA’s cutting-edge flight software
Find out more about the pioneering development environment that is enabling the creation of apps in space. ... read more
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Optical payloads for small satellites: a sector overview
View our sector overview of Earth Observation (EO) optical payloads for small satellites. ... read more
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An overview of on-board computer (OBC) systems available on the global space marketplace
On-board computer (OBC) systems provide processing capabilities that operate as part of the satellite’s avionic sub-system and run the on-board software. In this post you can see OBC products from suppliers all over the world ... read more
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An overview of satellite X-band transmitters available on the global marketplace
Find out more about satellite data transfer and communication products in the X-band frequency range. ... read more
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Insights into the global space supply chain - January 2020
Discover exclusive space supply chain data, collected from our platform user data in January 2020 ... read more
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Sun sensors - an overview of systems available on the global marketplace for space
Sun sensors help satellites determine their attitude in-orbit - in this post we present products available on the market and discuss the technology ... read more
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Optical communications for small satellites and CubeSats - product roundup
Take a look at our product overview and roundup of optical communication systems for smallsats and CubeSats ... read more
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How to connect your satellite to a ground station network – with Leaf Space
Advanced ground station networks can provide a fast and reliable ground segment service for a cost-effective price – but how do you get set up? ... read more
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Big Ideas for the Space Industry in 2020
Last year was a great year for the space industry, but 2020 could be even better! Here are some ideas and predictions ... read more
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Insights into the global space supply chain - December 2019
Take a look at some of the industry insights that we have collected from our user data in December 2019 ... read more
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Find a launch option for your CubeSat or small satellite - an overview of launch service providers
Selecting a launch option for a CubeSat or a small satellite can be a tricky challenge. In this post we take a look at some of the services available to launch a CubeSat/smallsat. ... read more
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Space technology on satsearch
Links to all of the major space technology product overview posts on satsearch – reaction wheels, magnetorquers, star trackers and more ... read more
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The critical importance of satellite structure components and equipment – with NPC Spacemind
Satellite structures can sometimes be overlooked when system designers are searching for opportunities to improve performance and utility – but they really shouldn’t be ... read more
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Star trackers - the cutting edge celestial navigation products available on the global space marketplace
Find out more about star tracker technology and view the products available on the global marketplace ... read more
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An overview of GPS receivers for small satellites
Selecting a GPS receiver for a cubesat or a small satellite can be a tricky challenge. In this post we take a look at some of the products ... read more
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A survey of supplier performance in the space industry
Satsearch is conducting an on-going survey to assess the quality of engagement between engineers and suppliers in the space industry. The insights from this investigation are geared towards helping suppliers understand how they can work more effectively with engineers. In this article, we share ... read more
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An overview of satellite manufacturers building picosats, cubesats, and microsats
There are over 75 satellite manufacturers globally, battling it out in the market to work with teams putting payloads into orbit. Here is a brief overview of satellite manufacturers that are operating in the space industry to deliver spacecraft that range from a few hundred grams to 150 kg. ... read more
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Member Spotlight: Space BD - a commercial focus for the modern space industry
Find out more about Space BD, a Japanese space start-up providing products and services to space companies and clients around the world ... read more
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Calling all Indian university student teams - free access to space!
Announcing the launch of SpaceShare - a new program that will give student teams access to space, for free, for a custom-made PCB that can ... read more
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Ground station service providers: an overview of telemetry and telecommand communication services and networks for small satellites
Discover how satellite operators around the world are using managed ground station networks to improve communication and lower costs ... read more
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Ground segment service provider Leaf Space signs major new agreement with GomSpace
Satsearch member Leaf Space and Danish nanosatellite company GomSpace will explore new ways of integrating each other’s services ... read more
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Let’s talk about space law
Space law is becoming an increasingly important and more complex field - in this post we give a brief overview of some of the main concepts and ... read more
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Member Spotlight: Leaf Space – pioneering ground segment-as-a-service
Italy-based Leaf Space provides innovative ground segment services that help satellite operators increase efficiency and offer new capabilities to end users. ... read more
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Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) for space
This article gives a brief introduction to the concept of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and discusses how it is being used in the space ... read more
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Member Spotlight: NPC Spacemind – advanced technology and expert solutions for the space industry
NPC Spacemind has been creating innovative solutions and technology for the space industry since 2003. In this article we delve into the company’s history, products and services, ... read more
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Magnetorquers: an overview of magnetic torquer products available on the global marketplace for space
Magnetorquers provide low power attitude control for small satellites. Find out more about the products available on the global ... read more
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The 2019 Small Satellite Conference - event roundup
Last week we attended the 33rd Annual Conference on Small Satellites in Utah, USA ... read more
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Demystifying auto-industry inspired assembly lines in the space industry
Discover how mass manufacturing in the space industry is learning from automotive assembly lines ... read more
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Member Spotlight: MURB Space – cutting-edge space technology and services for the modern marketplace
Find out more about Satsearch Member MURB Space - a young Polish business providing advanced solutions for space ... read more
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Reaction wheels: an overview of attitude control systems available on the global marketplace for space
Find out more about reaction wheels and discover what products are available on the global marketplace ... read more
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Event roundups of the Space System Ontology - Brainstorming Workshop and the Space Engineering and Technology Final Presentation Days (SET-FPDs)
It has been a busy few weeks in the space industry with some really interesting events in different areas of the field. In this post we give a brief overview of ... read more
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CubeSat thrusters: an overview of in-space propulsion products for small satellites
Selecting the right thruster for a CubeSat can be a tricky challenge. In this post we take a look at some of the products ... read more
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Paris Air Show - event roundup
Last week we attended Paris Air Show - find out more about the event here ... read more
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Let's talk about Earth Observation
Earth Observation is a major part of the space industry. In this article we take a look at the ... read more
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The 4th ESA CubeSat Industry Days - event roundup
The 4th ESA CubeSat Industry Days event was held at ESTEC in Noordwijk, the Netherlands last week ... read more
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Member Spotlight: Space Structures - High Performance Composite Structures for Space
Find out more about satsearch Member Space Structures - manufacturer of high-quality composite space structures and equipment for space ... read more
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Satsearch and Kerala Startup Mission Announce Exciting New Partnership to Promote NewSpace Startups in India
We are pleased to announce a new partnership with Kerala Startup Mission to help advance the NewSpace sector in ... read more
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Member Spotlight: T4i - Technology for Propulsion and Innovation
Find out more about satsearch Member T4i - manufacturer of innovative propulsion systems for small satellites and microlaunchers ... read more
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Satsearch hits the 1,000 supplier mark!
We are very pleased to announce that the satsearch platform recently hit a major milestone in featuring over 1,000 space suppliers ... read more
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New report on Europe-India space cooperation
Discover an extensive new report discussing collaboration between Europe and India in the space sector ... read more
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8 types of product that could one day be made in space
Find out about a range of different products and materials that could be manufactured in space ... read more
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Managing Trust and Expectations in Space Ecosystems
Space ecosystems take a long time to develop and it is difficult to maintain the interest and expectations of prospective clients and investors over time ... read more
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Content marketing in the space industry: channel strategies
Content marketing in the space industry requires a clear and consistent strategy for using the various different channels available ... read more
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Unlock new customers in the space industry with the Satsearch Membership Program
Helping space companies expand their customer base, access new geographic and vertical markets, and position for future growth through the Satsearch Membership Program (SMP) ... read more
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Let's talk about space debris
Space debris is a growing problem as new missions, technology and satellites are increasingly leaving behind material orbiting our planet ... read more
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The satsearch weekly newsletter 22/03/19
A back issue of our weekly newsletter from 22/03/19 ... read more
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Member Spotlight: Morpheus Space - Developing Ground-Breaking Electric Propulsion for Small Satellites
Find out more about satsearch Member Morpheus Space - manufacturer of revolutionary electric propulsion solutions for CubeSats ... read more
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The satsearch weekly newsletter 15/03/19
A back issue of our weekly newsletter from 15/03/19 ... read more
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The satsearch weekly newsletter 08/03/19
A back issue of our weekly newsletter from 08/03/19 ... read more
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The private space industry: how personal relationships are building a sector of galactic proportions
Although the private space industry involves some of the most innovative technology on (and, of course, off) the planet, personal relationships are still ... read more
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Let's talk about NewSpace
NewSpace is an increasingly common term in the space sector - but what exactly is it? Find out in this post ... read more
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A review of 2019 predictions for the space industry
Discover what a range of industry experts predict could happen in the space industry throughout 2019, featuring new launches, missions, technology, companies, ... read more
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Building bridges to bring the global supply chain to life for space mission design
Knowledge provided by suppliers is integral to the space mission design process. The information shared by suppliers on systems, subsystems, components and their ... read more
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Introducing the satsearch mission archive
Over the last month, we've been working feverishly to expand and update the satsearch website. I'm excited to announce that we're releasing a host of new features this week, including a completely new data set for ... read more
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Let's talk about CubeSats
NASA defines a “satellite” as “a moon, planet or machine that orbits a planet or star.” Hence, Earth can be considered a satellite, since it travels in an orbit around the Sun. Our Moon is also a satellite, since it orbits around the Earth. Let’s shift our focus however to ... read more
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Space BD signs agreement with satsearch to promote India-Japan cooperation for space
Space is truly a global industry, with many new space-faring nations joining the ranks of the established players over the last decade. Japan and India are both thriving space economonies with significant heritage and ambitious plans for the ... read more
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HOSTmi partners with satsearch to integrate supply chain into next-gen platform for payload flight opportunities
The 69th International Astronautical Congress in Bremen, Germany was a mammoth event for us. Not only did we successfully launch our Verified Supplier Program, we also engaged with key stakeholders in the ... read more
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Satsearch launches new Verified Supplier Program at the International Astronautical Congress 2018
We are very excited to announce a new initiative designed to help spacetech suppliers demonstrate their capacity, products and commitment in the global marketplace through our Verified ... read more
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Building better product search
Following on from my introduction to our tech stack last week, I wanted to share some insights into the work going on behind-the-scenes to improve the core part of our platform ... read more
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Prototyping a new idea: the story of our tech stack
Before we get started taking a look at the tech stack that we've built for satsearch, let me introduce myself. My name is Alberto Vaccarella, and I'm the tech lead at satsearch. I've got a PhD in ... read more
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A Design Engineering Assistant for space mission design
The idea of a Design Engineering Assistant that can support complex space mission design has been contemplated by researchers for a number of years. With the advent of advanced ... read more
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Reinventing the buying process for the space industry
Sick of waiting for days to get a response from a supplier? Struggling to figure out how to compare suppliers? The buying process in the space industry is broken and ... read more
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CNES signs agreement with satsearch to support future space systems engineering
I am thrilled to announce that the Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES), also known as the French Space Agency, has signed an agreement with satsearch to digitalize space engineering at ... read more
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Artificial Intelligence for space applications
There is wide consensus across the space community that development & consolidation of advanced automated techniques for data processing, regarded as an “enabling factor” for ... read more
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Satsearch joins the ESA BIC family
Satsearch is now officially part of the ESA BIC family! After a nervous period waiting for the results of the evaluation by the Tender Evaluation Board, we have been ... read more
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The rise of big data in the space industry
Careful data analysis is becoming increasingly important to an organization's growth in today's technologically-advanced world. The aim of data analysis is to gain useful insights by ... read more
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Satsearch partners with Stelae Technologies to digitalize aerospace
We're thrilled to announce that we have teamed up with Stelae Technologies to build a technology stack that enables full digitalization of the engineering and procurement processes in the ... read more
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Valispace integrates satsearch to enable single-click product import
Another day, another integration! Today we're launching an integration with our friends at Valispace. Valispace users can now import products listed on satsearch with a ... read more
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RHEA Group and satsearch launch new integration tool for concurrent design
Today marks a very important milestone in our journey as a company. We're thrilled to announce the public release of an integration tool that allows concurrent engineers to ... read more
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The missing layer for the space industry
Stakeholders across the value chain, including systems engineers, procurement engineers, business developers, and market analysts face a myriad of questions on a daily basis. To answer these questions ... read more
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Building better datasheets for space mission design
The importance of addressing the core challenge of unifying the global space supply chain, touched upon in a recent article on the satsearch blog, cannot be stressed enough. The manual extraction, interpretation and ... read more
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Improving knowledge transfer within the global space supply chain
Aren’t you sick of Googling for parts, scrolling through long PDF datasheets, manually copy-pasting specs, struggling with keeping supply chain data up-to-date, etc.? Datasheets summarize the ... read more
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ANTRIX partners with satsearch.co to showcase Indian space products
We’re stoked to announce a partnership with the commercial arm of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), ANTRIX Corporation Limited (ANTRIX), a wholly owned Government of India Company, to ... read more
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The challenges of an engineer in the new space age
Working in the space industry can be one of the most exciting things one could do in his or her life. Advancing future space exploration technologies and enabling humans to set foot on other planets ... read more
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2017: Year in Review
This year we made significant steps forward to reinvent the way people interact with supply chain data within the space industry. Thank you for your continued support! Let’s take a look at what we achieved ... read more
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Satsearch.co selected by Saber Astronautics to integrate parts search into PIGI
We're excited to announce that we have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Saber Astronautics! Sydney-based Saber has been making waves and was recently selected as operations provider ... read more
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Mapping the landscape of the global space industry
Talk of agile aerospace has been around for sometime in the space industry. The fundamental question that drives the philosophy of agile aerospace, as defined in the space industry, is ... read more
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Integrating Space SMEs into the Global Supply Chain through satsearch
During a recent conversation with an industry delegate from Europe who is working in the space industry, we were chatting about how India is set to launch 103 satellites on a single rocket in a few weeks ... read more
