Episode 19 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Chad Meskimen of Redwire Space on modeling and simulation design in space missions. 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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Modelling and simulation development for space system design, integration, and testing - with Redwire Space

In this episode we speak with Thys Cronje, Chief Commercial Officer of Simera Sense, about EO technologies and business models in today's industry. Simera Sense is an optical payload manufacturer based in South Africa, and is a member of the satsearch membership program. In the podcast we cover: 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.

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

In this episode we speak with Jacob Nissen, Chief Sales Officer at Space Inventor. Space Inventor is a Danish satellite engineering company, founded in 2002, that specializes in nano- and microsatellites. The company is also a participant in the satsearch membership program. In the podcast we discuss: 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.

Extending CubeSat LEO platforms to GEO missions - with Space Inventor

In this episode we speak with Isolina Pérez Donnelly, Sales Manager at satsearch member Alén Space, about how the data systems used in both the space and the ground segment can be better integrated into a single ecosystem. Alén Space is a Spanish CubeSat integrator and engineering company that provides equipment, manufacturing, consultancy, design services, and operational expertise for small satellite missions and services. In the episode we discuss: 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.

Integrating the space and ground data handling ecosystems for CubeSats - with Alén Space

In this episode we speak with Edwin Faier, President & Director of Business Development at Xiphos Systems Corporation.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.

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

In this episode we speak with Bradford Space, an experienced, US-owned business with operations in New York and Netherlands, Sweden, Luxembourg, and Seattle.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.

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

In this episode we speak with Tamara Guerrero, Business Development Manager at Solar MEMS. Solar MEMS is a Spanish sun sensor manufacturer that provides products for the OneWeb constellation, and participates in the satsearch membership program. We discuss: 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.

Industrializing sun sensor production for satellite constellations - with Solar MEMS

In this episode we speak with Damian Jamroz, COO at SatRevolution about hosted payload missions. SatRevolution is a Polish NewSpace company that provides nanosatellite bus platforms, sub-systems, and services (including hosted payload missions), and is a satsearch member. We discuss: 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.

Understanding hosted payload missions - with SatRevolution

A conversation about some of the latest advances in edge computing, machine learning, and other AI technologies on-board satellites.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and edge computing in space - with Unibap

A discussion about the latest advances in Earth Observation (EO) technologies and optical payload performance.

On cutting edge satellite camera technologies and misconceptions in NewSpace - with SATLANTIS

A discussion about the engineering and production challenges that space companies face when scaling up supply.

Agile manufacturing in the NewSpace sector – with NanoAvionics

A conversation about the opportunities that deployable systems and commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) products are bringing to the space industry.

NewSpace applications and deployable sub-systems - with DcubeD

A discussion of current developments, and future opportunities, in optical communications for small satellites and other applications.

The future for optical laser communications systems for satellites - with Hyperion Technologies

A discussion about how satellite antenna technology is changing to meet the needs of the modern space industry.

Innovation in satellite antenna technology and additive manufacturing for space - with ANYWAVES

A conversation about progress in the development and production of components and sub-systems for the NewSpace sector.

Commercial flexibility and rapid delivery in the NewSpace sector - with NPC Spacemind

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