Recent #satellite news in the semiconductor industry

8 days ago

➀ Amazon's Project Kuiper may soon be introduced in Taiwan, with Far EasTone Telecom holding an early advantage due to its control of 28 GHz spectrum bands compatible with Kuiper's technology.

➁ Chunghwa Telecom Chairman Alex C. C. Chien confirmed the company's active pursuit of the Kuiper partnership and questioned the legality of using 28 GHz frequencies for satellite communications.

➂ Chunghwa Telecom is also seeking to participate in the Taiwan Space Agency's indigenous satellite program, aiming to play a larger role in the satellite supply chain.

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about 1 month ago

➀ Space Norway partners with Surrey Satellite Technology Limited (SSTL) to develop a satellite program for high-resolution, wide-area maritime monitoring using Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and onboard Automatic Identification System (AIS);

➁ The collaboration will provide real-time surveillance capabilities for the Norwegian government, commercial entities, and international clients, with SSTL manufacturing satellites and Space Norway leading operational monitoring;

➂ The initiative aims to deliver advanced space-based surveillance globally, emphasizing service privacy and priority over designated areas.

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about 1 month ago

➀ Semtech expanded its Gen 4 LoRa transceiver portfolio with the dual-band LR2022 (satellite-ready) and cost-optimized LR2012 for sub-GHz IoT applications;

➁ The LR2022 supports global coverage with 2.4GHz, sub-GHz, and satellite links, while the LR2012 emphasizes deep coverage and ultra-low power consumption;

➂ These transceivers enable scalable IoT deployments across diverse environments, integrating legacy systems and enhancing connectivity versatility.

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3 months ago

➀ Anritsu verified 3GPP Release 17 NR NTN test cases on its ME7834NR platform to enable protocol testing for satellite-based 5G devices;

➁ The solution supports global connectivity using Low/Medium/Geostationary Earth Orbit satellites, addressing areas beyond traditional mobile networks;

➂ The ME7834NR platform is certified for 5G NR, LTE, and NTN testing, supporting multi-band RF validation with OTA chambers.

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5 months ago

➀ Intelsat and Cubic³ successfully tested satellite-terrestrial network integration to deliver global always-on connectivity for vehicles, crucial for telematics and future autonomous driving;

➁ The trial combined Intelsat's FlexMove Fleet with Cubic³'s cloud platform, initially using GEO satellites for fleet management and later evolving to LEO constellations for high-bandwidth applications like HD mapping;

➂ Both companies emphasized software-defined vehicles as a priority, enabling manufacturers to meet connected mobility demands through seamless, global network coverage.

Softwareautomotivesatellite
7 months ago

➀ The Satellite Applications Catapult has upgraded its In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing (ISAM) facility with a new gravity offload system.

➁ The system, located at the Catapult's site in Westcott, Buckinghamshire, is designed to simulate microgravity for testing purposes.

➂ The new system allows for testing larger payloads in more unique configurations, enhancing the validation of ISAM solutions.

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8 months ago

➀ Infineon推出适用于低地球轨道太空应用的辐射耐受型p沟道塑料封装功率MOSFET;

➁ 该MOSFET为60V型号,与四种适用于60V或150V使用的n沟道太空设备一同推出;

➂ 该p沟道MOSFET型号为BUP06CP038F-01,采用DPAK(TO252)封装,额定连续电流为35A,单事件效应(SEE)为46MeV∙cm2/mg,总电离剂量(TID)为30至50krad(Si)。

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8 months ago

The Würzburg University satellite SONATE-2 was launched into orbit a year ago and has achieved all its mission objectives. The satellite, developed by Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg, successfully demonstrated the training of AI autonomously on board for anomaly detection on Earth's surface. The satellite's neural networks were trained to recognize objects not typically found in the Sahara, such as the Nile and adjacent green regions. In addition to the AI payload, the satellite also tested other technologies like the MultiView star sensor and amateur radio services. The satellite remains fully functional and is used for educational purposes.

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8 months ago

➀ The Würzburg University satellite SONATE-2 has successfully completed its one-year mission in space.

➁ The satellite, developed and built over three years by the team of Professor Hakan Kayal, achieved all mission objectives, including the training of artificial intelligence on board.

➂ SONATE-2 demonstrated the ability to autonomously recognize and photograph anomalies on the Earth's surface, such as the Nile and its surrounding green region.

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9 months ago

➀ The UK MoD has awarded a £127 million contract to Airbus to build a constellation of SAR-satellites called Oberon, set to be deployed in 2027.

➁ Oberon will utilize SAR technology to capture high-resolution imagery in any weather conditions, enhancing the UK's ISR capabilities.

➂ The project is part of the MoD's ISTARI programme, aiming to deploy a constellation of satellites by 2031 for various applications, including military operations and environmental monitoring.

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10 months ago
➀ Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have integrated flexible electronics into a self-deploying boom for cube sats. The boom is made of a three-ply carbon fiber and epoxy composite, and is expected to launch in 2025. ➁ The team aimed to add function to weight-constrained cube sats while ensuring they can withstand the harsh environment of space. ➂ The research has resulted in a pool of data for future designs and improvements.
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10 months ago
➀ The ESA's EarthCARE satellite, a flagship mission for the agency, has been fully commissioned and is now streaming Level-1 data. The data aims to improve climate and weather prediction models by analyzing the impact of clouds and aerosols on atmospheric heating and cooling. ➁ The satellite's instruments include an atmospheric lidar, cloud profiling radar, multispectral imager, and broadband radiometer. ➂ The data is initially available to ESA project teams but will soon be publicly accessible.
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12 months ago
➀ Sony Space Communications Corporation and Astro Digital are partnering to design, manufacture, and launch two micro-satellites for laser communication; ➁ The satellites will showcase SSCC's optical communication technology and push for laser communication to become the industry standard for space comms; ➂ The collaboration aims to address the need for efficient and reliable communication in space exploration.
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12 months ago
➀ The UK's oldest satellite, Skynet-1A, has mysteriously moved and is now considered a 'ticking time bomb' due to its condition and potential to create space debris. ➁ The satellite was launched in 1969 and was supposed to be directed to the Indian Ocean region, but it ended up in a 'gravity well' near other satellite traffic. ➂ There is uncertainty about who currently controls the satellite, with some suggesting it was abandoned by both the US Air Force and the Royal Air Force.
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about 1 year ago
➀ After natural disasters, the inability to contact loved ones is a major concern; ➁ iPhone 14, 15, and 16 users can use emergency satellite services; ➂ Pixel 9 supports limited satellite features; ➃ Satellite SOS messaging is available on Pixel 9 and Emergency Text via Satellite on iOS 18; ➄ These features are for emergencies and should be used responsibly.
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about 1 year ago
➀ Telesat has completed government funding for its Lightspeed LEO broadband satellite constellation. The investment is a significant step towards the deployment of the network, which aims to provide high-speed internet globally. ➁ The funding includes loans from the Canadian and Quebec governments, with the Canadian loan amounting to CAD 2.14 billion. ➂ Telesat plans to launch the first of its Lightspeed satellites in mid-2026, competing with services like SpaceX's Starlink.
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about 1 year ago
➀ Lockheed Martin has agreed to acquire Terran Orbital, a satellite manufacturer, for approximately $450 million. ➁ The deal includes acquiring Terran Orbital for $0.25 in cash per share and retiring its existing debt, along with establishing a $30 million working capital facility. ➂ The acquisition aims to expand Lockheed Martin's advanced satellite manufacturing and responsive space capabilities, leveraging Terran Orbital's expertise and Lockheed Martin's resources.
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about 1 year ago
➀ Kuva Space, a Finnish Earth observation company, has successfully launched its hyperspectral microsatellite Hyperfield-1, marking the initial stage of its commercial constellation. ➁ The microsatellite is equipped with a patented hyperspectral camera and an AI-powered analytics platform, aiming to provide daily observation by 2027 and gapless subdaily global monitoring by 2030. ➂ The company plans to offer a subscription-based service for near real-time monitoring of various Earth conditions and activities.
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