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The newest episode of #ConstellationsPodcast, featuring Ron Faith of RBC Signals, is up now! Tune in for all things GSaaS and smallsats. Want to stay up to date on the trends and technologies in space and satellite? Make sure to follow the new Constellations page 🚀

AST SpaceMobile And Vodafone Are Linking Up For Space Based Broadband Vodafone has announced a new deal with AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) in which they will order one of their flagship Block 1 Bluebird satellites to provide space-based cellular broadband connectivity to Vodafone users. This is one of the first major deals between a large telecommunications company and a publicly traded company focused on providing broadband connectivity from satellites in low Earth orbit. What's happening, the big idea, and more: https://lnkd.in/eZhaZV9e Featured | cc: Abel Avellan, Scott Wisniewski, Huiwen Yao, Shanti (Shan) Gupta, Andy Johnson, Christopher Ivory, Maya Bernal, CPA, Ken Kramer, Roy Sofer, Mark McLaren, Sriram Jayasimha, Ray Sedwick #space #satellites #technology #telecommunication

YASDE! (Yet Another Space Debris Event) This was...unfortunately....somewhat expected. It appears that we now have ***three PRC launches in a row*** with a CZ-6A (Long March 6A) rocket producing #SpaceDebris. On 06 Aug 2024 06:42 UTC China launched a CZ-6A into LEO out of Taiyuan. Some 36 hours later there are reports of #SpaceDebris, with Slingshot Aerospace providing the first notification I've seen. See also their post on X from 07 Aug 2024, 18:13 UTC: https://lnkd.in/g4-KMaVd The rocket body and associated payloads have not yet been cataloged and made public by U.S. Space Command. Many groups are awaiting public information on the rocket body object state (e.g., TLE) in order for more tasking (s2a systems). The rocket body will likely receive international designator 2024-138A upon cataloging by 18 SDS, with a TBD catalog number assignment. Updates to come (to include analysis independent of the #SpaceDebris as this is the first PRC "G60 Starlink" launch). #SpaceSustainability #SpaceTrafficCoordination #SpaceDomainAwareness #SpaceSituationalAwareness

How Can #CubeSats Enhance Disaster Response and Relief Operations? CubeSats, such as the Prometheus 2 satellites developed by Airbus and In-Space Missions in September 2022, are capable of monitoring radio signals from ground stations. This provides valuable data during disasters, enabling efficient planning for relief and rescue operations by assessing the degree of impact and identifying the most affected areas. Key Market Players: EnduroSat, PLANET ELECTRO LABS , ISIS Innovative Solutions in Space B.V., GomSpace , Tyvak International, Adcole LLC , Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company, Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) , AAC Clyde Space , Read More: https://lnkd.in/dzZ23bkg #CubeSats #DisasterResponse #SatelliteTechnology #ReliefOperations #RadioSignalMonitoring #Prometheus2 #SpaceInnovation #EmergencyPlanning #TechForGood #DisasterManagement

💫 Saber Astronautics wins $1.25M contract to automate satellite operations. The space operations company, with its HQ at Lot Fourteen, has secured a $1.25 million contract from the US Space Force to develop 'Windu'—an automation tool designed to enhance space operations. Windu is set to automate tasks related to space traffic management and mission protection, addressing the challenges posed by the anticipated increase in satellites—from thousands currently to nearly 80,000 by 2032. By integrating Windu into their existing Space Cockpit™ platform, Saber Astronautics will streamline decision-making processes, enabling operators to focus more on mission-critical activities. Learn more: https://lnk.bio/s/d95d7 #SouthAusInnovationPlaces #SouthAusInnovation #SpaceTech #LotFourteen #SatelliteOperations

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐬 𝐬𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐒𝐒 Now there are over 6,700 of them, which is more than 60% of all active satellites in orbit. In the near future, new generation satellites are expected to be launched, which will speed up the satellite Internet by 10 times - from the average 100 Mbit/s to 1 Gbit/s

Exciting news from #Astranis! We’ve signed another contract with #SpaceX for a Falcon 9 launch, set to deploy five more MicroGEO satellites this year. These satellites will deliver affordable broadband services to millions globally, supporting customers like #THAICOM in Thailand and #ApcoNetworks in Mexico. This builds on the success of our December 2024 launch of four MicroGEOs, now raising to GEO to begin service this summer, and follows the 2023 debut of our first satellite, Arcturus. In just two years, we’ve scaled from 1 to 10 satellites in GEO—faster than any GEO operator in history. With 5 satellites already in orbit, a growing team of 400+, and continuous advancements in manufacturing and tech, Astranis is breaking records and redefining what’s possible in GEO. Stay tuned—this is just the beginning!

The countdown is on! 🚀🛰️ In the coming days, the 7th and 8th #O3bmPOWER satellites are heading to space, joining the existing constellation to deliver even greater scale and performance across markets worldwide. Stay tuned for more launch updates!

♟️ New 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 Boosts 𝗚𝗧𝗢 𝗥𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 ISISPACE Group, Maverick Space Systems, and SEOPS have announced a partnership to provide rideshare launch services to geostationary transfer orbit (GTO). This collaboration aims to offer flexible and cost-effective solutions for satellite operators. 🧩 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁: • 𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗘 brings expertise in small satellite development and integration. • 𝗠𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 offers launch coordination services. • 𝗦𝗘𝗢𝗣𝗦 provides deployment systems to ensure seamless rideshare operations. 💡 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗜𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 This partnership supports the expansion of 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗚𝗧𝗢 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀, enabling more small satellite operators to deploy their payloads efficiently in this high-demand orbit. #ISISPACE #MaverickSpaceSystems #SEOPS #GTOAccess #RideshareLaunch #SpaceCollaboration #SpaceInnovation #OrionNews

STARLINK’S NEXT BIG THING: CELL SERVICE FROM SPACE #SpaceX is testing a game-changing #Starlink upgrade: Direct-to-Cell satellites that connect mobile phones to cellular service anywhere on Earth—even in the middle of nowhere. These satellites act as “cell towers in space,” letting you text, call, or browse without needing a signal from ground towers. No new phone or hardware required! The beta starts Jan. 27 and aims to eliminate dead zones worldwide, making it possible to call for help, no matter where you are. Source: NASASpaceFlight https://lnkd.in/exKrJQ8e