186 – Integrated Space Systems, Multi-Orbit Terminals and the Future of SATCOM
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Release Date: 08/14/2024
215 - Advanced Digital Ecosystems, Autonomy and Space Superiority
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
As satellites become more maneuverable and denial strategies evolve, orbit selection and agility are shaping the future of space advantage. In this episode, Tom Campbell, President of Space Missions at Redwire joins us to discuss the benefits of various orbital regimes, the role of maneuverability in maintaining resilience and how technology is enabling new strategies for contested space.
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Starlink’s Dominance, Satcom for Mobility and Competing with Fiber
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
SpaceX has an outsized influence on the satellite industry as the preeminent launch provider. But in 2024, revenue from Starlink outstripped launch for the first time. Grace Khanuja, Manager at Novaspace, discusses Novaspace’s biannual report on SpaceX, the growing verticals that SpaceX will likely target in the next few years, and what it will take for satcom to compete with fiber.
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214 - COTs Infrastructure, Space-Grade Computers, and Opening New Mission Architectures
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Did you know that a graphing calculator has more processing power than most satellites? In this episode, hear how Edward Ge, Co-Founder and CEO of Aethero, is working to change all of that by building the next generation of space-grade computers for computationally heavy space missions. Listen as he shared the details on what it takes to build powerful compute for space, how it benefits the industry and some of the challenges still ahead.
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Trusted Information Sharing, ITAR Exemptions and Lots of Test Beds
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Advancing the security and resilience of the space industry is the goal of the Space ISAC, requiring universally adopted standards with extensive testing and information sharing. Join Erin Miller, Executive Director of the Space Information Sharing and Analysis Center, and Lori Gordon, Systems Director for Space Enterprise Evolution at The Aerospace Corporation, as they discuss a new cybersecurity standard setting the foundation for trusted interoperable space systems.
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Executive Insights: Interview with John Serafini, CEO of Hawkeye 360
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Ahead of the upcoming World Space Business Week, Constellations and Novaspace bring you a limited podcast series where 5 space leaders answer 3 questions about the state of the industry, what drives them and the challenges ahead. Listen now to John Serafini, CEO of Hawkeye 360. Hawkeye 360’s rapidly expanding RF constellation and next-generation analytics are fueling defense innovation, leveraging recent regulatory streamlining, and providing trusted, profitable geospatial intelligence across every continent and ocean. Other guests are: Jason Kim, CEO of Firefly, Jean-François Fallacher,...
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Executive Insights: Interview with Jean-François Fallacher, CEO of Eutelsat Group
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Ahead of the upcoming World Space Business Week, Constellations and Novaspace bring you a limited podcast series where 5 space leaders answer 3 questions about the state of the industry, what drives them and the challenges ahead. Listen now to Jean-François Fallacher, CEO of Eutelsat Group. Eutelsat’s GEO+LEO push aligns with rising demand for sovereign constellations and a new state-backed capital raise. Other guests are: Jason Kim, CEO of Firefly Aerospace, John Serafini, CEO of Hawkeye 360, Phil Carrai, President, Kratos Space and Even Rogers, CEO and Co-Founder of True Anomaly....
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Executive Insights: Interview with Phil Carrai, President, Kratos Space
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Ahead of the upcoming World Space Business Week, Constellations and Novaspace bring you a limited podcast series where 5 space leaders answer 3 questions about the state of the industry, what drives them and the challenges ahead. Listen now to Phil Carrai, President, Kratos Space. Kratos highlights a 5G NTN over GEO demonstration and argues the winners will deliver working products, match customer spend patterns, and fit into real operational workflows. Other guests are: Jason Kim, CEO of Firefly Aerospace, John Serafini, CEO of Hawkeye 360, Jean-François Fallacher, CEO of Eutelsat Group...
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Executive Insights: Interview with Even Rogers, CEO and Co-Founder of True Anomaly
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Ahead of the upcoming World Space Business Week, Constellations and Novaspace bring you a limited podcast series where 5 space leaders answer 3 questions about the state of the industry, what drives them and the challenges ahead. Listen now to Even Rogers, CEO and Co-Founder of True Anomaly. True Anomaly details a $260M Series C, lessons from Mission X toward MX-3 while building a small-form-factor “fighter-interceptor” for space superiority, and sees strong investor appetite for space and defense ahead. Other guests are: Jason Kim, CEO of Firefly Aerospace, John Serafini, CEO of...
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Executive Insights: Interview with Jason Kim, CEO of Firefly Aerospace
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Ahead of the upcoming World Space Business Week, Constellations and Novaspace bring you a limited podcast series where 5 space leaders answer 3 questions about the state of the industry, what drives them and the challenges ahead. Listen now to Jason Kim, CEO of Firefly. Explore Firefly Aerospace’s recent lunar landing success, upcoming Blue Ghost missions, and the launch of its high‑resolution Ocula Lunar Imaging Service set to transform cislunar exploration. Other guests are: John Serafini, CEO of Hawkeye 360, Jean-François Fallacher, CEO of Eutelsat Group, Phil Carrai, President,...
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213 - Cislunar Space, Competition and Strategic Importance
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Cislunar space may be the ultimate high ground, but its vast distance poses challenges in infrastructure, timing and tracking. Join Elvis Silva, Executive Director of Business Development and Strategy at Blue Canyon Technologies, RTX’s smallsat manufacturer, as he explores how advances in sensing, timing synchronization and spacecraft autonomy are reshaping our ability to operate and secure this critical domain.
info_outlineIn this episode, SES Space and Defense Vice President of Product Management Michael Geist discusses the evolving landscape of multi-orbit satellite capabilities. The integration of LEO, MEO and GEO orbits are poised to enhance connectivity and operational resilience. As governments and commercial entities increasingly embrace multi-orbit strategies, the industry builds a stronger foundation for a more adaptable and resilient future in satcom.
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An increase in demand for MEO and LEO services has not resulted in a drop in demand for GEO.
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CASR, or the Commercial Augmented Space Reserve, is a new way for commercial companies to support military satellites in orbit.
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Geist predicts that the largest disruptor in MILSATCOM will be digitization, which will act as a gateway technology to automating many satellite networking functions.
Chapters:
0:26 – Introducing Michael Geist, SES Space and Defense
0:58 – the unique abilities of LEO, MEO and GEO
3:44 – multi-orbit capabilities and resilience through diversity
5:49 – shifts in popularity between orbits
7:07 – military satellites in orbit via CASR (Commercial Augmented Space Reserve)
8:57 – hybrid SATCOM architecture
11:05 – challenges in making CASR successful
13:33 – space data relay services
15:03 – Prediction: what will be the biggest technology disruptors in MILSATCOM?
About Constellations: Constellations is a podcast and publication by Kratos covering the new generation of space network technologies. Our core interests are space networks, softwarization, terrestrial-space interoperability, the ground segment, security—and, of course, the growing space economy.
- The podcast publishes biweekly on Wednesday mornings.
- The podcast has featured leading CEOs, analysts, and government guests from Space Force, AFRL, the White House, and more.
- By size, our audience is space industry leaders, engineers, military/civil space, and academia.
- We publish article contributions from outside organizations and have ongoing content partnerships with DIFI, Space ISAC, Space Intel Report, and Analysys Mason.
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