Orb Astro (Guardian)
Constellation name | Guardian |
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Constellation field | Orbital data relay |
Constellation notes | 24-hour access to satellites through an optical data relay inter-link and RF ground link. Semi-autonomous satellite and constellation management and space traffic management for OrbAstro platforms. |
Constellation status | Prototype development |
Launched satellites | 0 |
Planned satellites | ? |
Form factor | 6U |
Orbit | LEO |
Manufacturer | In-house |
First launch | 2021 |
Launch cadence | Late 2021 on a SpaceX Falcon 9. The network will be partially operational by mid-2022 and fully operational by mid-2023. |
Notes | Flock Management System - Enabling nanosatellites to operate in large flocks. All satellite platforms procured through us will benefit from a low-latency optical data relay network and a high level of autonomous management at the satellite, mission, constellation, and even at the local space traffic level. |
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Company | Orbital Astronautics (Orb Astro, OrbAstro) |
Funding | Yes |
Country | UK |
Founded | 2018 |
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Last modified: 2021-01-02