195 - Old Versus New, Plug and Play and Responsive Satellites
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Release Date: 12/04/2024
207 - Hyperspectral Imagery, 1,000 Mbps from Space, and a Health Monitor for the Earth
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
In this episode, Awais Ahmed, founder and CEO of Pixxel, talks about building a constellation called Firefly, otherwise known as the “health monitor for the Earth.” Join us to learn about hyperspectral imagery, how access to it can support faster responses to environmental issues, and how its data can be used to provide insights on terrestrial changes that haven’t even happened yet.
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206 - Massive NGSO Deployments, New AI Capabilities and Enhanced Space Domain Awareness
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
The number of satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) is poised to explode over the coming years as more mega-constellations come online. This has the potential to bring rise to new potential threats in space. The massive scale of deployments is driving the need to leverage artificial intelligence to make better sense of the exponentially growing space domain. Listen to Slingshot Aerospace’s VP of Strategy and Policy, Audrey Schaffer as she discusses the role of AI for space domain awareness. Audrey shares insights on the new capabilities AI enables and how it is addressing some of the key...
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205 - 5G-Enabled Convergence, Competition and Cooperation
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
5G technology holds the promise of the seamless integration of satellite and telco networks – a critical development as the demand for global connectivity grows. Listen to a panel of experts discuss the convergence of satellite and telecommunications infrastructure from both a technology and a business case perspective.
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204 - Mega-Constellations, Gaining Competitive Advantage and Software-Ground
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Mega-constellations like Starlink are reshaping the satellite industry—and traditional operators are looking to gain competitive advantage. In this episode, Lluc Palerm, Research Director at Analysys Mason, shares key insights from a recent white paper on how software-ground systems can help legacy players compete. He will discuss what strategies can help operators thrive in the era of space disruption. Register for the upcoming webinar . Get the white paper .
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203 - Innovative Commercial Solutions, Expanding CASR and Accelerating Space Readiness
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
In this episode, Colonel Richard Kniseley from the Space Systems Command's Commercial Space Office (COMSO) delves into the U.S. military’s strategy for incorporating commercial space capabilities to strengthen national defense. Col. Kniseley outlines the "buy before build" approach, discusses the benefits of commercial services like satellite communications and tactical surveillance for military readiness, and highlights the growing role of industry partnerships in space domain awareness. Learn about the Commercial Augmentation Space Reserve (CASR) program and its tailored frameworks for...
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202 - Flexible Payloads, Orchestrated Ground and Service on Demand
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Industry leaders dive deep into the revolutionary potential of software-defined satellites and how these satellites are transforming the way operators can dynamically adjust capacity and coverage in orbit to meet customer demand, opening doors to new revenue streams and innovative services. Hear from experts on how a more dynamic ground system plays a key role in unlocking these possibilities and providing a competitive edge. Don't miss this inside look at the future of satellite technology!
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201 - GPS, LEO and the Speed of Decision
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
On the Constellations Podcast, the overall importance of GPS by commercial and military will be discussed. Hear from Ian Canning, President and CEO of the Eutelsat America Corporation and OneWeb Technologies Inc. (EACOWT) as he discusses reasons and strategies to support position, navigation and timing. He will also describe the capabilities of operators in LEO to enhance resiliency for government communications, especially in regards to GPS/GNSS challenged environments. Hear Ian talk about the role LEO is playing in the evolution of U.S. military satellite communication, driven by the need...
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200 - Standards, Spectrum and Seamless Connectivity for D2D Services
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
Direct-to-Device satellite connectivity is being touted as a way to bridge terrestrial connectivity gaps, and the past year has seen major developments in the D2D space. Jacques Leduc, CEO of Terrestar Solutions and a founding member of the Mobile Satellite Services Association discusses how 3GPP 5G standards, access to spectrum and partnerships will drive the D2D market going forward.
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199 - Software-Defined Satellites, Follow-Me Beams and Always-On Customer Connectivity
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
The satellite industry is transforming with software-defined networking, unlocking global connectivity anywhere, anytime. Software-defined satellites, which can shift capacity on-demand, are key to this change, enabling flexible business models to meet evolving needs. Carmel Ortiz, Senior VP of Technology and Innovation at Intelsat, joins us to discuss how these satellites are revolutionizing the industry and addressing market challenges. Tune in to learn about the future of connectivity. As a complement to this podcast and to get the full ground and satellite story, check out...
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198 - Micro Satellites, Big Disruptors and the Trajectory of the Space Race
Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders
In a disrupted industry, new innovations and unique ways of thinking are more important than ever. In this podcast, hear from John Gedmark – CEO and Co-Founder at Astranis Space Technologies – about his knowledge on changing small GEO satellite technology, new military applications, and the shift toward scaled GEO deployments.
info_outlineIn this episode, we dive into the rapidly evolving space and satellite industry, covering both military and commercial sectors. Our guest, a space industry veteran with over 40 years of experience in the U.S. Air Force as a senior space researcher and leader, shares insights on the challenges of building large, custom satellites in the past. Highlighting the need for rapid satellite configuration and launch capabilities, he explains that commercial space has many advantages, as it tends to innovate faster than the military and emphasizes the critical role of space in modern warfare, where conflicts are measured in hours, not days or months.