in-depth articles to help engineers navigate the global marketplace for space

How to choose the right smallsat ADCS

Hywel Curtis on Oct 22, 2021

This article shares a webinar with industry experts on choosing the right ADCS for a small satellite mission, held by satsearch in September 2021.

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The evolution of testing and qualification for deployables in the NewSpace industry – with DCUBED

Hywel Curtis on Oct 21, 2021

Find out more about the testing and qualification processes employed in the NewSpace industry for deployable sub-systems and components.

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Solving integration and operational challenges for shared and dedicated satellite missions – with EnduroSat

Hywel Curtis on Oct 8, 2021

A podcast with Viktor Danchev, CTO of EnduroSat, about interface planning, testing, integration, and other challenges faced during satellite missions.

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Ground Segment as a Service (GSaaS); streamlining procurement across multiple missions – with Leaf Space

Hywel Curtis on Sep 30, 2021

A podcast with Leaf Space on how an effective ground segment service can help satellite operators achieve efficiencies in procurement, development, and operation of multiple missions.

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Creating a hardware and software ecosystem to bring AI-powered algorithms for autonomy into space missions – with KP Labs

Hywel Curtis on Sep 23, 2021

A discussion about how autonomous processes, based on artificial intelligence, can be utilized in space applications.

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Implementing onboard AI processing capabilities for Earth Observation (EO) missions – with Unibap and Simera Sense

Hywel Curtis on Sep 16, 2021

A podcast on how advanced data processing algorithms and tools can add value to Earth Observation missions and services.

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Leveraging ‘Old Space’ experience to drive NewSpace progress – aka knowing when not to reinvent the wheel – with NewSpace Systems

Hywel Curtis on Sep 9, 2021

A podcast discussing how companies can build on their heritage of space missions in years and decades past to meet the changing needs of the modern market.

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Modeling and simulation development for space system design, integration, and testing – with Redwire Space

Hywel Curtis on Jul 15, 2021

A podcast discussing how to perform effective simulations for space missions, and the benefits that they bring to teams.

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Spotlight: Acktar – coatings for space systems

Hywel Curtis on Jul 14, 2021

Discover the importance of effective coatings for opto-mechanical systems and components, in order to reduce light interference and improve performance.

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Spotlight: 3D printing for space missions

Hywel Curtis on Jul 13, 2021

Additive manufacturing is finding increasing adoption in space missions and services. This article discusses 3D printing for space technologies.

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The factors driving commercial demand for Earth Observation (EO) payloads – with Simera Sense

Hywel Curtis on Jul 1, 2021

A podcast episode with Thys Cronje from Simera Sense on the drivers of optical payload applications and innovation around the world.

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Extending CubeSat LEO platforms to GEO missions – with Space Inventor

Hywel Curtis on Jun 25, 2021

A podcast with Jacob Nissen, Chief Sales Officer, at Space Inventor, about the commercial and technical challenges of adapting Low Earth Orbit (LEO) technologies for Geosynchronous Orbit (GEO) applications.

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Satellite batteries – for CubeSats, nanosats, and other form factors

Hywel Curtis on Jun 23, 2021

An overview of satellite batteries and a comprehensive list of batteries for CubeSats, nanosats, and other form factors on the global market.

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A guide to adopting thrusters on small satellite missions

Hywel Curtis on Jun 18, 2021

Discover in-depth perspectives and technical information on the use of in-space propulsion systems for smallsats.

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Integrating space and ground data handling ecosystems – with Alén Space

Hywel Curtis on Jun 10, 2021

A podcast about combining the data handling systems used on-board a satellite with those on the ground, with satsearch member Alén Space.

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Advancing the use of FPGA-based OBCs in space – with Xiphos

Hywel Curtis on Jun 3, 2021

FPGA-based on-board computers (OBCs) and Systems on Chips (SoCs) are bringing new capabilities to satellites and missions. Find out more about how they work in this podcast.

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Payload processors for satellites

Hywel Curtis on Jun 1, 2021

An overview of payload processor systems and products from suppliers around the world.

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On High Performance Green Propulsion (HPGP) solutions for small satellites – with Bradford Space

Hywel Curtis on May 27, 2021

A podcast on the benefits, applications, trade-offs, and future potential of green propellant for small satellite thrusters.

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Industrializing sun sensor production for satellite constellations – with Solar MEMS

Hywel Curtis on May 20, 2021

A podcast about scaling up sun sensor production to meet the demands of a major constellation, with Solar MEMS.

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Understanding hosted payload missions – with SatRevolution

Hywel Curtis on May 13, 2021

A podcast about solutions on the market for hardware and software manufacturers looking to launch their technology into orbit.

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