The Space Industry

A discussion of current developments, and future opportunities, in optical communications for small satellites and other applications.

Show Notes

In this episode we speak with Bert Monna and Alexandra Sokolowski of Hyperion Technologies.

Hyperion is a space company based in the Netherlands in Delft and specializes in high-performance bus components such as laser communications systems, on-board computers (OBCs), attitude control systems, and propulsion modules. It is also a satsearch member company and is part of AAC Clyde Space. In this episode we discuss:
  • How satellite optical communications work and what benefits it can bring compared to RF, as well as the trade-offs required
  • How optical system manufacturers are dealing with the need to enable more accurate pointing
  • What changes and innovations are occurring in the ground segment in order to meet the growing demand for laser up/down-linking
  • The potential extrapolation of Low Earth Orbit (EO) optical capabilities to higher orbits and deep space missions
To find out more about today's guests please view the Hyperion Technologies supplier hub on satsearch.com, and to stay up to date with all of our work, please join the satsearch mailing list to receive our weekly newsletter.


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What is The Space Industry?

The Space Industry by satsearch - sharing stories about the businesses taking us into orbit.

We delve into the opinions and expertise of the people behind the commercial space companies of today, who could become the household names of tomorrow. Find out more about the companies and technologies discussed on this show at satsearch.com.