The Space Industry

Episode 59 of the Space Industry podcast by satsearch is a conversation with John Holst from Ill-Defined Space. We discuss all aspects of the launch segment and wider movements in the space industry around the world. In particular we focus on: The impacts of the industry's reliance (or over-reliance) on SpaceX for launch How the other big players in the launch segment are approaching the industry...

Trends in the Earth Observation sector - with Aravind Ravichandran of TerraWatch Space Episode 58 of the Space Industry podcast by satsearch is a conversation with Aravind Ravichandran, founder of TerraWatch Space. In the episode we discuss trends and movements in the Earth Observation (EO) sector, from a variety of perspectives. In particular we cover: New Earth Observation technologies and opera...

Episode 57 of the Space Industry podcast by satsearch is a conversation with Adrien Saada, Operations Officer of the Space Sustainability Rating (SSR), based in Switzerland. In the episode we discuss the progress that has been made in the industry to make space a safer and more sustainable operating environment - as well as all of the work still to do. In particular we cover: The current state of...

In episode 56 of the Space Industry podcast by satsearch, our host Hywel Curtis spoke with Justus Parmar, CEO of Fortuna Investments, about investing in the space industry in 2024 and beyond. Fortuna Investments is a US-based private investment company operating in various high growth sectors including, space. Int he podcast we discussed various aspects of investing in space companies in today's e...

Episode 55 of the Space Industry podcast is a conversation with Kelli Kedis Ogborn, Vice President of Space Commerce & Entrepreneurship at Space Foundation. Kelli is an experienced space industry professional who has worked in both the public and private sectors, so we discussed a wide range of issues and insights from both domains, and how they may affect space companies in 2024 and beyond. I...

Episode 54 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Adrian Helwig, Analog Field Application Engineer, and Michael Seidl, Systems Engineer from Texas Instruments , about how to develop a high-performing satellite communications payload. The evolution of satellite communications technology has pushed the innovation boundaries of subsystems and payloads. Simultaneously, the applications and...

In episode 53 of the Space Industry podcast Hywel Curtis speaks with Frank Tobin of nanosatellite manufacturer GomSpace North America about the pros and cons of working with external partners in space missions today.   The ‘build vs. buy’ question is faced by engineers at all levels of satellite and spacecraft development. And it isn’t always simple to answer – there are more options on the market...

In episode 52 of The Space Industry podcast, Hywel Curtis speaks with Laura Crabtree, Co-founder & CEO of Epsilon3 . Epsilon3 is a US-based software solutions company providing services in the space as well as other commercial industries. Epsilon3 modernizes space missions by building the industry standard of operational software. Its software platform manages complex operational procedures, s...

In Episode 51 of the Space Industry podcast Hywel Curtis speaks with Joshua Western, CEO of Space Forge, and Lloyd Damp, CEO of Southern Launch. Space Forge is a UK-based company aiming to develop reusable on-orbit fabrication capabilities in order to carry out in-space manufacturing procedures, offer microgravity as a service, and return materials to Earth. Southern Launch owns and operates the o...

In episode 50 of the Space Industry podcast our host Hywel Curtis speaks with Charles Miller, co-founder and CEO of Lynk about the rapidly growing satellite-to-phone (Sat2Phone) sector. With the potential of connecting billions of new customers on the table, several new and established companies are looking into this area, with Lynk being one of the most established players. In the podcast we disc...

Episode 49 is a conversation with Adrian Helwig, Analog Field Application Engineer, and Michael Seidl, Systems Engineer from Texas Instruments , about the trends in space electronics. Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor manufacturing company with expertise in analog and embedded processing chips. The company was founded in 1930 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas. In this episode, we discus...

Episode 48 is a conversation with Giovanni Pandolfi Bortoletto, Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Leaf Space , about Ground Segment as-a-Service and its benefits to the space industry. Leaf Space is a ground segment developer, operator, and service provider based in Italy. In this podcast, we discuss: It is never too early to start planning your ground segment. RF Licensing is mandatory and...

Episode 47 is a conversation with Maria Marante, Presales Engineer at Alén Space , about the advantages of new communication payloads to face the challenges of modern space missions. Alén Space is a small satellite product manufacturer and service provider based in Spain. In this podcast, we discuss: The industry growth and challenges in LEO communication missions Evolution and development of a ne...

Episode 46 is a conversation with Peter Mendham, CEO of Bright Ascension , about space software development. Bright Ascension is a Scotland-based software company that builds tools, model-based platforms, and solutions for space engineers and other stakeholders. In the podcast we discuss: Typical timelines for software development in different types of space mission The common bottlenecks that slo...

Episode 45 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Michael Seidl, Systems Engineer with a focus on space applications, and Adrian Helwig, Analog Field Application Engineer, of satsearch member Texas Instruments (TI). TI is a global electronics manufacturer and innovation company with a strong interest in space. In this podcast Michael and Adrian delve into the myriad of decisions that f...

Episode 42 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Fedor Antonov, CEO of Anisoprint. Anisoprint is a Luxembourg-based provider of continuous fiber 3D printing solutions and in this podcast we delve into additive manufacturing processes for, and in, space. We discuss: What we've learned about 3D printing in space in the last 10 years The applications for in-space fabrication and the curr...

Episode 44 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Michael Aspetsberger, Head of Aerospace, at Cloudflight, on building digital products that incorporate AI. Cloudflight is a digital innovation and solutions provider working across many sectors, including space. In the podcast we cover: The key roles that data processing algorithms play in satellite missions and services How AI can help...

Episode 43 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Stefan Frey, Co-founder of satsearch member Vyoma, on space situational awareness (SSA).   Vyoma is a space debris monitoring company, based in Germany, developing solutions designed to ensure safe passage through space. In the podcast we cover: An overview of the current space debris environment in LEO, MEO and GEO The pros and cons of...

Episode 41 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Gonzalo Crespo, Aerospace Manager at satsearch member EOSOL Group . EOSOL Group is a global engineering and technical assistance services company. With experience in more than 40 countries around the world, the company operates in the strategic energy, industry, automobile, civil works, telecommunications, space, and defense sectors. In...

Episode 40 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Michael Seidl, Systems Engineer with a focus on space applications, and Adrian Helwig, Analog Field Application Engineer, of satsearch member Texas Instruments (TI). TI is a global electronics manufacturer and innovation company with a strong interest in space. In this podcast Michael and Adrian delve into how to enhance the performance...

Episode 39 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Rifath Shaarook, Chief Technology Officer at Space Kidz India on procurement in the modern space supply chain. Space Kidz India is a Chennai, India, based company that develops satellite and high-altitude balloon missions, technology demonstrations, educational programs, and a range of other initiatives in the space industry. In the pod...

Episode 38 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with the Oxford Space Systems (OSS) team on the development of deployable antenna systems. Oxford Space Systems is a UK-based specialist in the manufacture of deployable antennas and structures across a variety of CubeSat and smallsat mission profiles. We covered: How a project is initiated and how customer partnerships are developed How RF...

Episode 37 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Antonio Pedivellano, Lead Deployables Engineer, and Thomas Sinn, CEO of Deployables Cubed (DcubeD) .   DcubeD is a Munich-based NewSpace company specializing in the development of deployable components and sub-systems for small satellites. In the podcast we cover:  The technology limitations that make a case for high power deployable so...

Episode 36 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Ignacio Chechile, Chief Technology Officer of ReOrbit - a Finland-based manufacturer of reusable space systems - about innovation in NewSpace. We cover: What the NewSpace sector is and how it is characterized What makes spacecraft architectures different in today's missions The importance of software at all levels of a mission The conce...

Episode 34 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Kshitij Khandelwal, founder and CTO of Pixxel , about procurement in today's space industry. We cover: What upstream manufacturers look for in new potential suppliers How to work with prospective clients to ensure your proposals are effectively assessed Lead times and logistics considerations in the modern industry What's on the horizon...