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Concise original overview of commercial satellite constellations,
small satellite rocket launchers and NewSpace funding options.
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Orbcomm (OG2)

Constellation name OG2
Constellation field IoT / M2M, AIS
Constellation info

World's first and only commercial satellite network 100% dedicated to M2M. 2 space-as-a-service CubeSats ordered from Clyde Space for 2020.
Constellation status Launched & replenishing
Launched satellites 51
Planned satellites 52
Form factor Microsat, Smallsat, 3U
Orbit LEO
Manufacturer Sierra Nevada Corporation, PO Polyot, AAC Clyde Space, Orbital Sciences Corporation
First launch 2012
Launch cadence
Notes
Photos Orbcomm
 
Logo Orbcomm logo
Company Orbcomm
Oneliner

ORBCOMM is a pioneer in IoT technology, empowering customers with insight to make data-driven decisions that help them optimize their industrial operations and build a more sustainable future.
Funding Yes, ?
Country US
Founded 1993
Social
 
 

Last modified: 2023-04-16

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