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SPECTRE Multi-Spectral Optical Payload

Orion Space Solutions
  • Payload typeMulti-spectral EO/IR optical payload
  • Design focusSmall-SWaP (size, weight, power) miniaturized configuration
  • Primary applicationsHigh-resolution Earth observation, climate/environmental monitoring, defense weather monitoring

Compact multi-spectral optical payload for high-resolution Earth observation and weather monitoring.

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TRIDENT Doppler Radar Ionospheric Sensor

Orion Space Solutions
  • Sensor typeDoppler radar, ground-based synchronized receiver network
  • Measurement targetTraveling ionospheric disturbances (TIDs), gravity waves
  • Key use casesHypersonic object detection, scientific research, surveillance

Doppler radar system that measures traveling ionospheric disturbances (TIDs) in near-real-time.

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Ultra-Stable Laser Metrology Systems

CSEM SA
  • Laser typesUltra-stable continuous-wave, femtosecond sources
  • Photonic platformThin-film lithium niobate (TFLN), MOEMS foundry
  • Heritage programmeLISA gravitational wave interferometer (ESA/NASA)

Ultra-high-stability laser systems for space interferometry — developed for the LISA gravitational wave detection mission.

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LiDAR for Space Navigation and Debris Removal

CSEM SA
  • TechnologyFlash imaging LiDAR, FMCW ranging
  • ResolutionSub-millimetre
  • ApplicationsSpacecraft landing, rendezvous, rover navigation, debris removal, ISR

Miniaturized flash imaging LiDAR for spacecraft navigation, rendezvous, rover landing and in-orbit servicing — flown on RemoveDEBRIS; under…

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SAPPHIRE Space LiDAR

Spiral Blue
  • TechnologyFMCW (Frequency-Modulated Continuous Wave) LiDAR
  • Scanning rangeMulti-kilometre (4.2+ km demonstrated on ground, June 2026)
  • ApplicationsRendezvous, proximity operations, space domain awareness, ISR

Space-qualified LiDAR sensor for rendezvous, proximity operations and space domain awareness — multi-km range demonstrated at 4.2+ km…

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OrbitView

TakeMe2Space
  • Imaging altitude500km
  • Standard price$100 per image
  • SatelliteTakeMe2Space MoI constellation

On-demand satellite imagery service — select any location, commission a photo from 500km altitude, download after the next…

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ELEVATION-1 E-band Satellite

Almagest Space
  • LaunchJanuary 14, 2025, SpaceX Transporter-12
  • FrequencyE-band: 71-76 GHz / 81-86 GHz
  • PartnerFiltronic (UK RF/mmWave)

ELEVATION-1 is Almagest Space’s E-band technology demonstration satellite, successfully launched January 14, 2025 aboard SpaceX Transporter-12. It carries…

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SDR Communication Payload

Alén Space
  • TechnologySoftware-defined radio (SDR)
  • ReconfigurabilityIn-orbit, via software update
  • IntegrationAlén Space platforms or standalone subsystem

Software-defined radio communication payload for small satellites — in-orbit reconfigurable frequency and modulation, IoT connectivity, technology demonstration missions.

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Satellite RF Communication Payload Equipment

Antwerp Space
  • Frequency BandsS-band, X-band, Ka-band
  • FunctionsTT&C transponders, data transmitters, channelizers, amplifiers
  • StandardsESA ECSS, ESCC qualified

Satellite RF communication payload units — S/X/Ka-band transponders, TT&C equipment, data relay units, and digital signal processing hardware…

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GRAPHIUM Very High Resolution Telescope

Satlantis
  • Ground Resolution50 cm/pixel
  • ModesImaging and video
  • ComponentsCOTS radiation-tolerant (LEO)

50 cm/pixel VHR optical telescope for small satellites with video capability — custom-designed, COTS radiation-tolerant components, advanced manufacturing,…

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iSIM-90 Optical Payload

Satlantis
  • Platform Compatibility12U / 16U CubeSat
  • Spectral RangeVNIR and/or SWIR (simultaneous)
  • TechnologyiSIM (proprietary, flight proven)

Lightest and most compact iSIM optical payload for 12U/16U CubeSats — simultaneous VNIR and SWIR imaging, high performance-to-mass…

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GEMS2

Orbital Micro Systems
  • Planned constellation sizeup to 48 CubeSats
  • Radiometer frequencies118 GHz and 183 GHz, 24 channels
  • Spatial resolution16 km

Planned operational follow-on radiometer constellation with upgraded dual-frequency sensing.

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IOD-1 GEMS

Orbital Micro Systems
  • Form factor3U CubeSat
  • Mass~4 kg
  • Launch date17 April 2019 (Antares/Cygnus NG-11)

First commercially owned/operated space-based passive microwave radiometer, flown as a 3U CubeSat payload.

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K/Ka-Band Communication Payload (CPL)

Rapidtek Technologies
  • Frequency BandK/Ka-band (configurable to S/X/Ku/K/Ka)
  • Operation ModeBi-directional Tx/Rx
  • SDR IntegrationSoftware-Defined Radio (SDR) + RF front-end

CubeSat K/Ka-band communication payload integrating SDR and RF front-end (up/down converters, PA, LNA) for bi-directional high-throughput satellite communications.

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Space Domain Awareness (Observe) Services

QinetiQ Space
  • Sensing ModesDistributed coherent RF, optical, space weather
  • Deployable AssetTransportable Optical Ground Station
  • Laser CapabilitySoftware-Defined Laser / Synthetic Aperture Lidar (SAL)

SDA sensing suite including distributed coherent RF tracking networks, space weather sensors, software-defined laser, and transportable optical ground…

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