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🚀 Innovations in Satellite Connectivity: A Spotlight on ARTES 🌍 The satellite communications industry is undergoing a transformative phase with the rise of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellations. The UK Space Agency's ARTES (Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems Programme) is a beacon of support in this revolution, facilitating cutting-edge developments that reimagine our connectivity landscape. ARTES has been instrumental in propelling companies like Archangel Lightworks, Spire, and CGI to the forefront of satellite innovation. Through ARTES' backing, Archangel Lightworks developed the TERRA-M, an optical ground station that leverages secure laser communication, breaking barriers imposed by traditional Radio Frequency and significantly enhancing connectivity in underserved areas. Similarly, Spire, with ARTES' aid, crafted Optical Inter-Satellite Link (OISL) technology for its nanosatellites, paving the way for almost instantaneous data transfer within space networks. This reduces latency and bolsters secure communications. CGI has also seen tremendous advancements thanks to ARTES. Their AI-driven tools, such as the Dynamic Predictive Routing tool and Receiver Chain Optimisation, enhance the efficiency and resilience of satellite constellations and improve data transmission in deep space missions. Additionally, CGI's hybrid satellite and terrestrial 5G network for trains showcases how LEO communications can seamlessly integrate with terrestrial networks to improve connectivity. The contributions of ARTES exemplify how strategic support can lead to groundbreaking advancements in satellite connectivity. These innovations not only transform industries but also improve lives by enhancing communication infrastructure worldwide. 🌟 #SatelliteConnectivity #TelecomsInnovation #ARTES

🚀 [𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄] 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐬: 𝐀 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 With over 26,100 small satellites expected in the next decade, radio frequency congestion in space is a growing concern. In his article "𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬," Jean-Francois Morizur, CEO of Cailabs highlights how photonics, particularly optical communication, can be a game-changer. Laser-based communication offers immunity to interference, increased security, and 100x faster data speeds. At Cailabs, we're pioneering multi-plane light conversion (MPLC) technology to overcome atmospheric challenges and unlock the potential of laser communications. A hybrid approach using both radio and laser will ensure reliable space communications. 📰 Read the article to learn more about how photonics can address space radio congestion 👉 https://lnkd.in/dq5J5xrb #SpaceTech #Photonics #OpticalCommunication

++ #SSCC and Astro Digital Partner to Launch Micro-Satellites with Advanced Laser Communication ++ Sony Space Communications Corporation (SSCC) and Astro Digital US, Inc. (Astro Digital) today announced that they have signed a contract for the design, manufacture and launch of two micro-satellites. These satellites will each carry an SSCC optical terminal and will showcase SSCC’s optical communications technology by establishing high data-rate Lasercom links with each other, as well as with terminals on the Earth. These satellites are expected to be launched in 2026. "We are thrilled to be partnering with Astro Digital on this important project. As space exploration and travel continue to expand, the need for efficient and reliable communication becomes paramount. We firmly believe that lasers, with their compact size, increased speed, ability to transmit large amounts of data, and inherent high security (relative to radio frequency systems), will become the industry standard for communication in space. This collaboration with Astro Digital further solidifies SSCC’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of space communication." – Kyohei Iwamoto, President, SSCC "Sony’s technology is poised to make a significant impact on the commercial space industry. Astro Digital is looking forward to leveraging the flight-proven Corvus satellite bus platform to host and demonstrate operation of Sony’s highly-capable Lasercom terminal on-orbit." – Chris Biddy, CEO, Astro Digital #techafricanews #microsatellite #laser #communication #technology #commercial #space #industry #radio #frequency

🎉Exciting news!🎉 Under our Space for 5G/6G & Sustainable Connectivity programme - which forms part of European Space Agency - ESA's Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems (ARTES) - we've selected TESAT for a pioneering 6G satellite precursor, which will see the delivery of an in-orbit laboratory named 6G LINO. The project aims to enable us to gain knowledge on end-to-end-connectivity and the inclusion of satellites in terrestrial mobile networks. It is expected that the result will bring valuable information for the standardisation of 6G. 🗣️“ESA is delighted to support this extremely important project, which will help pave the way for the future of satellite communication technology and with the aim to bring value to Europe’s 6G roadmap," said Antonio Franchi, Head of ESA's Space for 5G/6G & Sustainable Connectivity programme line. 📚Read more 👇 Open Cosmos Fraunhofer IIS Deutsche Telekom University of Surrey Airbus Defence and Space VTT TECHNICAL RESEARCH CENTRE OF FINLAND Satellite Applications Catapult #esa #europeanspaceagency #connectivity #space #5g #6g #satellites #standardisation #ntn #terrestrialnetworks #mission #germany #europe #satellitecommunications #satcom #telecom #telecommunications #roadmap #digital #project #terrestrial #mobile

Laser communications, without environmental pressures, excel at quickly transmitting data securely between endpoints. Developing light processing technology designed to protect laser signals from differences in temperature and atmospheric pressure could be the key to introducing photonics-based space communications. #laser #communication #DLP #space #technology https://lnkd.in/gMVmrn5k

🛰️ #TeamTESAT is honoured and excited as the ESA Connectivity and Secure Communications selected TESAT for a groundbreaking 6G satellite precursor project! 🚀 “This pioneering project demonstrates to the space world once again the capabilities of the European #space sector and, in particular, of the German space industry. It also confirms the relevance and importance of the #ESA-#ARTES technology development programmes for creating future technologies.” Thomas Reinartz, CEO of TESAT explained. “We, as TESAT, and the consortium, including Open Cosmos, Fraunhofer IIS, University of Surrey, Airbus Defence and Space, Deutsche Telekom Business Solutions, VTT TECHNICAL RESEARCH CENTRE OF FINLAND, and Satellite Applications Catapult are making our contribution by developing the key digital technologies. In this way, we are making a strong commitment to Europe, Germany and #Baden-#Württemberg." 💡 The #6G #LINO will be a game-changer in the industry, helping to establish satellites as a ubiquitous connectivity solution integrated into terrestrial infrastructures, by “offering great opportunities to test processor technologies, algorithms and AI methods of potential 5G/6G use cases” said Dr. Walther Pelzer, Director General of the Deutsche Raumfahrtagentur im DLR, who coordinates the German Budget to ESA on behalf of the German Government. 🌐 For more information 👉 https://lnkd.in/ecixFnta #Space #SpaceMatters

Laser signals from space have been captured 🌌 University of Western Australia's TeraNet, a network of optical ground stations specializing in high-speed space communications, successfully received laser signals from a German satellite, paving the way for a 1,000-fold increase in communication bandwidth between space and Earth 📡 This breakthrough in high-speed space communications marks the first step toward a next-generation network. TeraNet's innovative approach using lasers, instead of traditional radio signals, promises data transfer at thousands of gigabits per second. How do you think high-speed space communications will impact our daily lives? #SpaceTech #LaserCommunication #Innovation

🚀 Kepler Communications Achieves Milestone: Validates Optical Inter-Satellite Links in LEO! 🛰️🌐 In a groundbreaking development, Kepler Communications has successfully validated optical inter-satellite links (OISLs) between two data relay satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). 🌟 This achievement marks a significant step towards creating critical Internet infrastructure to address the growing data needs in space. 📈 Kepler Communications Inc.'s Pathfinder satellites, equipped with SDA-compatible Tesat SCOT80 optical terminals, demonstrated seamless communication using standard protocols like SSH, TCP, and UDP. 💻 The first file transferred over the optical connection was a heartwarming photo of Kepler's global team gathered near its Toronto headquarters. 📸 CEO and co-founder Mina Mitry expressed pride in the team's hard work and brilliance, stating that "The Kepler Network will act as a data transport layer, bringing modern Internet capabilities to space through an interoperable architecture that will revolutionize space communications as we know it." 🌍🚀 Link: https://lnkd.in/gEkfi96z #KeplerCommunications #OpticalInterSatelliteLinks #SpaceDataRelay #InternetInSpace #SpaceCommunications

Laser signals from space have been captured 🌌 University of Western Australia's TeraNet, a network of optical ground stations specializing in high-speed space communications, successfully received laser signals from a German satellite, paving the way for a 1,000-fold increase in communication bandwidth between space and Earth 📡 This breakthrough in high-speed space communications marks the first step toward a next-generation network. TeraNet's innovative approach using lasers, instead of traditional radio signals, promises data transfer at thousands of gigabits per second. How do you think high-speed space communications will impact our daily lives? #SpaceTech #LaserCommunication #Innovation

Laser signals from space have been captured 🌌 University of Western Australia's TeraNet, a network of optical ground stations specializing in high-speed space communications, successfully received laser signals from a German satellite, paving the way for a 1,000-fold increase in communication bandwidth between space and Earth 📡 This breakthrough in high-speed space communications marks the first step toward a next-generation network. TeraNet's innovative approach using lasers, instead of traditional radio signals, promises data transfer at thousands of gigabits per second. How do you think high-speed space communications will impact our daily lives? #SpaceTech #LaserCommunication #Innovation