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🚀 SmartIR’s Second Space Mission Coming Soon!🌍✨ After the success of our Mission 2.0, which continues to deliver crucial data and shape the next generation of SmartIR technology, we’re thrilled to announce the imminent launch of our second satellite – Mission 2.1! This new iteration comes with enhanced radiator manufacturing, improved coatings, and more data capabilities. We’re eager to see how it performs in orbit! Stay tuned for updates! 🚀🔬 #SmartIR #SpaceInnovation #NewFrontiers #ThermalControlSystem #SpaceX Margherita Sepioni, Pietro Steiner, PhD Ciaran Mullan, Ryan Teare Quinn, Laurent Bernard, Raihan Choudhury, James Greer, Aimee Duffy, Amy Hearst, John Patterson CB FIET, Coskun Kocabas, Paul Kahn, Dan Thomas, Shruti Iyengar, University of Manchester Innovation Factory, Graphene - The University of Manchester , Hydra Space Systems, Alba Orbital, AMSAT-EA

🚀 We Made It to Space! 🌌 We are thrilled to announce that the 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐈𝐑 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟐.𝟎 satellite and payload have successfully reached space and are in great condition, continuously transmitting invaluable data back to Earth! 📡✨ Space is one of the harshest environments imaginable—extreme temperatures, intense radiation, and the relentless vacuum push every component to its limits. Yet, the 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐈𝐑 payload is proving its resilience, maintaining daily communication with Earth. A huge thank you to Hydra Space Systems, Alba Orbital, and AMSAT-EA for their support! Over the next several weeks, the data we collect will be crucial in evaluating how our smart radiator performs under these extreme conditions, providing critical insights to advance the next generation of our 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐈𝐑 space technology. A few years ago, reaching space was just an ambitious goal. Today, through innovation, collaboration, and dedication, we are pushing boundaries and laying the foundation for new space applications that will transform our daily lives. Onward and upward! 🚀💫 #SpaceTech #Innovation #SmartIR #SatelliteEngineering #BeyondEarth #DataDrivenFuture #GrapheneInSpace Margherita Sepioni Pietro Steiner, PhD Ciaran Mullan, Ryan Teare Quinn, Laurent Bernard Raihan Choudhury, James Greer, Aimee Duffy , Amy Hearst, John Patterson CB FIET, Coskun Kocabas, Paul Kahn, Dan Thomas, Shruti Iyengar, Daniel Melendrez, Graphene - The University of Manchester

🌌 We made it to space! 🚀 Last night was nothing short of extraordinary—watching the successful launch was an emotional and unforgettable experience. This moment represents the culmination of relentless effort, innovation, and collaboration. Now, we embark on an exciting journey to push the boundaries of what's possible. With our SmartIR technology, we’ll be collecting critical data from space, enabling us to learn, innovate, and develop the next generation of payloads. This is just the beginning. Follow us to stay updated as we explore new frontiers and shape the future of space technology. Let’s keep reaching for the stars! 🌟 SmartIR , Hydra Space Systems , Alba Orbital, D-Orbit SpaceX, Margherita Sepioni Laurent Bernard Pietro Steiner, PhD Ryan Teare Quinn, Raihan Choudhury, James Greer, Aimee Duffy , Amy Hearst, John Patterson CB FIET, Coskun Kocabas, Paul Kahn, Dan Thomas, Shruti Iyengar, Mark White, Ciaran Mullan, Daniel Melendrez, University of Manchester Innovation Factory, Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre , Graphene - The University of Manchester James Baker CEng FIET FRSA,

🌌 We’re Going to Space! 🚀 The dream is becoming reality! 🎉 We are finally heading to space, marking a monumental milestone for SmartIR! This achievement is the result of relentless dedication, innovation, and teamwork. A massive congratulations to the entire SmartIR team. Your hard work and brilliance have made this historic step possible. Here’s to pushing boundaries and redefining the future! 🚀✨ SmartIR , Hydra Space Systems , Alba Orbital, D-Orbit, SpaceX, Margherita Sepioni Laurent Bernard Pietro Steiner, PhD Ryan Teare Quinn, Raihan Choudhury, James Greer, @Aimee Duffy , Amy Hearst, John Patterson CB FIET, Coskun Kocabas, Paul Kahn, Dan Thomas, Shruti Iyengar, Mark White, Ciaran Mullan, Daniel Melendrez, University of Manchester Innovation Factory, Graphene - The University of Manchester, James Baker CEng FIET FRSA,

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🚀 Today, Pietro and I attended #SpaceCommExpoScotland in Glasgow! It was a fantastic opportunity to learn more about Orbex and their ambitious plans for the future. We also had the pleasure of reconnecting with our partner Tom Walkinshaw from Alba Orbital and engaging with many suppliers who could help us further develop our products. Exciting times ahead! Go SmartIR! 💡 #SpaceTech #Innovation #Partnerships #SmartIR #OrbitalTech #SupplierCollaboration Laurent Bernard, Pietro Steiner, PhD, James Greer, Ryan Teare Quinn, Raihan Choudhury, Amy Hearst, Coskun Kocabas, Ciaran Mullan, Paul Kahn, John Patterson CB FIET, Margherita Sepioni

🚀 Exciting News at SmartIR! 🚀 We are thrilled to welcome Amy Hearst to the SmartIR team as our new Material Engineer! Amy brings a wealth of experience with her, having spent 10 years in the semiconductor industry, specializing in IR, visible, and X-ray image sensor technology. Amy holds a Master of Physics from the University of Southampton and a Master of Research in Chemistry from the University of Nottingham. She is eager to apply her expertise to our Space and Defence Programs, and we can’t wait to see the innovations she’ll bring to SmartIR. Welcome aboard, Amy! 🌟 Coskun Kocabas Pietro Steiner, PhD Laurent Bernard, Ciaran Mullan,Ryan Teare Quinn,Raihan Choudhury, James Greer, Paul Kahn, John Patterson CB FIET,Martin Hyman, Shruti Iyengar, James Baker CEng FIET FRSA, University of Manchester Innovation Factory

In June, one of our pivotal contributors Daniel Melendrez moved onto a new adventure. Daniel has now moved overseas for an important and exciting chapter of his life. We will miss his incredible knowledge and input on the electronic design and testing of our technology. We want to celebrate Daniel! He is a very well rounded, capable, and committed person and a real credit to our success. Daniel we will miss your positive and enthusiastic presence at SmartIR.

Amazing day at the GEIC discussing the commercialization of graphene! Following my PhD in Manchester, I've been on this incredible journey for over 11 years, and the adventure continues here at SmartIR! 🚀 The key takeaway? Partnerships and collaborations are crucial. The graphene community needs to work closely with external industries to meet existing demands and solve challenges. This approach ensures we avoid being self-referential and stay focused on real-world applications. We had the honor of meeting again Prof. Sir Kostya Novoselov and presenting our projects and applications to him! What an amotion after all these years! A big thank you to The University of Manchester and the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre for making this possible. Thanks to all the SmartIR team for having prepared with amazing care today’s event! Pietro Steiner, PhD , Laurent Bernard ,Coskun Kocabas, Ciaran Mullan, Paul Kahn , John Patterson CB FIET ,Ryan Teare Quinn,Raihan Choudhury, Martin Hyman , James Greer , James Baker CEng FIET FRSA #Graphene #Innovation #Commercialization #SmartIR #GEIC #Partnerships #Collaboration #NobelPrize

An amazing day yesterday spent with the incredible SmartIR team at the Sci-Tech Campus in Daresbury! We often rush through our daily tasks, having just delivered our payload for Mission 2 and already embarking on Mission 2.1 for early 2025, while also working on other additional Space and Defence related projects. In the midst of this hustle, it's so important to pause and reflect on our goals, identify challenges, and brainstorm solutions. Yesterday, we did just that—and even enjoyed a lovely walk by the canal, which gave us a chance to connect and recharge.⛽️🏞💪 I'm thrilled to welcome James Greer, our new Project Engineer, to the team! And I also take the chance to welcome Martin Hyman, our new part-time CFO who , unfortunately, could not be present yesterday. A big thank you to my entire team for their relentless motivation and excitement, tackling the challenges faced by a young company in the Space and Defence sectors. Your passion and dedication inspire me every day. Go SmartIR! #SciTech #SmartIR #Graphene 🚀👏 Pietro Steiner, PhD , Laurent Bernard ,Coskun Kocabas, Ciaran Mullan, Paul Kahn , John Patterson CB FIET ,Ryan Teare Quinn,Raihan Choudhury,Martin Hyman , James Greer ,Daniel Melendrez ,Sci-Tech Daresbury ,Graphene - The University of Manchester