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NPL, ESA and UKSA Collaborate on Next-Gen Space PNT with Optical Clocks The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is partnering with the European Space Agency - ESA Navigation Innovation Support Programme (NAVISP) and the UK Space Agency (UKSA) to develop next-generation position, navigation and timing (PNT) technologies for space applications. Current PNT systems are vulnerable to disruptions. This project aims to create more robust and precise optical clocks for space use, enhancing PNT resilience and accuracy. NPL is improving its cubic cavity technology to create a low-size, weight and power (SWAP) Clock Control Unit (CCU) for next-generation optical clocks. - Benefits: > Improved robustness and accuracy of PNT systems > Potential applications in telecommunications, climate change research, and fundamental physics https://lnkd.in/dcnC-5PC #space #PNT #technology #navigation #ESA #UKSpaceAgency #NPL #optics #clocks #PhotonicsTimes #PhotonicSpots SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics

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🌟Join us for GSOA's new webinar in association with Satcoms Innovation Group (SIG) - "Navigating Commercial Pressures: The Importance of Standardised Testing". 🚀🛰️📡📅 26 September 🕒 3 PM UK Time 🔗 https://lnkd.in/es292MH4 As demand for clear guidelines and accurate performance testing in the satellite industry grows, it is essential to address the need for consistent data and standardised protocols. While commercial pressures drive rapid network integration, the long-term risks of insufficient testing highlight the need for a cost-effective and sustainable approach. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how a collaborative approach to testing can ensure the reliability and success of satellite communications networks. #satellite4life #connectivity #standardisation

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A contract has been signed between the UK Ministry of Defence and Airbus to provide the next-generation modems for the nation’s Skynet satellite communications constellation...https://lnkd.in/giGJk5up

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📡 Industry reading - The satellite spectrum battle that could shape the new space economy 📡 'Now, with the world’s appetite for wireless connectivity exploding, these bands are getting congested; and nowhere is that congestion being felt more than in the rapidly evolving commercial space sector.' Spectrum and RF issues have recently taken the spotlight in an article by the Financial Times, in which journalists Peggy Hollinger and Yasemin Craggs Mersinoglu provide both a practical and political overview of the issue. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/dkzX8sP6

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In this latest opinion piece, Jerry Sanham discusses how now, more than ever a robust sovereign #supplychain for the #defence industry is essential. At Filtronic, we believe fostering a domestic ecosystem for defence technologies enhances resilience, mitigates geopolitical risks, and drives technological innovation. Microwave and mmWave technologies are critical to defence, supporting advanced radar systems, secure communications, and electronic warfare. Collaborating with forward-thinking partners is key to pushing technological boundaries and ensuring tactical superiority. The role of SMEs in this ecosystem cannot be overstated. These agile innovators are often the backbone of resilient supply chains, contributing niche expertise and spearheading breakthroughs in areas like mmWave subsystems for satellite communications or specialised filters for radar systems. By aligning with certified facilities and adhering to standards like #JOSCAR, we ensure traceability, security, and reliability in every component. International collaborations, such as #AUKUS, further strengthen supply chains by pooling resources and expertise across nations. Together, we can overcome shared challenges, from securing rare earth materials to advancing phased array radars and electronic warfare systems. At Filtronic, we are proud to be at the forefront of this innovation, offering cutting-edge RF and mmWave solutions to support sovereign supply chains and empower the defence sector with future-ready technologies. #Innovation #DefenceTechnology #SupplyChainResilience #mmWave #RFTechnology To read the full article-> https://bit.ly/3VuKS01

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📡 Brian Dolby had an insightful conversation with Andrew Bond, Sales and Marketing Director at ETL Systems, at Strategies in Satellite Ground Segment - Conference & Expo (#SSGS2024) and the critical role the ground segment plays in the broader satellite and space infrastructure. 🚀 ✨ Andrew shared why the #groundsegment is such a crucial element of #satellite and #space infrastructure, underpinning the reliability and performance of the entire #ecosystem. From innovation in #RFtechnologies to ensuring #seamless #communication between #satellites and #Earth, #ETLSystems is at the forefront of driving these advancements. ✨ Don't miss out on learning more about how ETL Systems is shaping the future of space technology and the importance of a strong ground segment to the success of the satellite industry. Watch the interview here - https://lnkd.in/ePKQ-x6t 🔗 Learn more about ETL Systems: https://lnkd.in/euuAKFgz 🔗 Explore the SSGS2024 event: https://lnkd.in/efi3Zqpb 🔗 Stay updated with TalkSatellite: https://lnkd.in/d98H7Jng 🔗 Visit Satellite Evolution Group: https://lnkd.in/ezFCv_ed #SSGS2024 #SatelliteCommunications #GroundSegment #ETLSystems #SpaceInfrastructure #SatCom #SpaceTech #Innovation #RFTechnologies

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Last week, our Senior Systems Architect, Harvinder Nagi, was part of the GSOA 'Navigating Commercial Pressures: The Importance of Standardised Testing' webinar. The session highlighted critical challenges and solutions for standardising flat panel antennas in satellite communications, a pivotal area for the industry. Participants emphasised the necessity of uniform data sets to satisfy both customer demands and environmental regulations, as well as the importance of early-stage testing and simulation. Watch here: https://ow.ly/YnmM50TxbrB Harvinder Nagi MBA, MEng, CEng, MIET, IntPE

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With a staggering 2,664 objects launched in 2023 alone, the space around Earth is getting increasingly crowded. This recent article highlights how someone moved the UK’s oldest satellite, yet there’s no record of who did it, when, or why! It is important that we continue the momentum to take action on space debris and improve the accountability of objects in orbit. https://lnkd.in/gezqEruA The CLEAR mission by ClearSpace, a project dedicated to decommissioning defunct satellites from orbit, tackles this issue, and is a promising step forward. Our expertise in radar technology, provides game-changing innovation needed for Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) such as this. You can read more about this mission here: https://lnkd.in/gaNuRqCF #SpaceDebris #CLEARMission #ClearSpace #SpaceTech #RendezvousProximityOperations #RPO #RadarTech

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Hear from our CEO, Paul McCarter in an interview with Seraphim Space exploring dual-use technology in space and how our multi-link terminal is shaping the future of satellite communications. Key Insights: ➡️ How does ALL.SPACE balance innovation with the needs of both public and defence sectors? ➡️ Why is it essential for ALL.SPACE’s systems to be versatile? ➡️ What lies ahead and how do we plan to lead in this space? #DualUseTechnology #MultiOrbit #SATCOM

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Synthetic Aperture Radar (Sar) In Space Sector Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Frequency (Band S, Band L, Band K/Ku/Ka, Band Single-frequency, Band X, Band C, Band Multi-frequency Band), By Component (Receiver, Transmitter, Antenna), By Application (Spacecraft, Aircraft, UAV), By End-use (Environment Monitoring, Natural Resource, Research & Commercial, Application Public Safety, Exploration Defense), COVID-19 Impact Analysis, Regional Outlook, Growth Potential, Price Trends, Competitive Market Share & Forecast, 2022 - 2028 📚 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 👇https://lnkd.in/dMNYmy8P 📚 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐞:- 👇 3vGeomatics Airbus Alaska Satellite Facility Aselsan Sivas Hassas Optik A.Ş. Asterra BAE Systems Ball Corporation BlackSky Capella Space Centre for Remote Imaging, Sensing and Processing (CRISP) Cobham EarthDaily Analytics UrtheCast Elcomponics Aerob Technologies Farmonaut® GalaxEye General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Geospatial Insight Limited GHGSAT Harris Corporation HawkEye 360 ICEYE IMSAR INNOVA Srl IAI - Israel Aerospace Industries KSAT – Kongsberg Satellite Services L3Harris Technologies Larimart S.p.A. - Leonardo Company Lockheed Martin Maxar Technologies MDA Space MetaSensing Northrop Grumman OHB Orbital Insight Planet Labs Inc. Prime Solutions Group, Inc. Raytheon Raytheon Technologies

⚡⚛️🛰️Optical and quantum technologies will revolutionise connectivity on a global scale, boosting the performance, security and resilience of our satellites exponentially. They will also help us safeguard our data at levels which were previously inconceivable. European Space Agency - ESA's Optical & Quantum Communication – ScyLight programme kickstarts the development of these disruptive technologies, supports industry with research, initiates studies, plans pilots, and defines critical technology roadmaps. It is driven by the worldwide evolution towards global, digital networks moving vast amounts of data around the world. 💡Learn more about the programme and how we can work together 👉 https://lnkd.in/eRvuUdZH #satellite #telecommunication #satcom #research #technology #esa #europeanspaceagency #cooperation #support #team #workingtogether #europe #connectivity #roadmap #space #industry #communications #quantum #innovation #development #evolution #digital #global #network #data #worldwide #security #business #secure #solutions

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AmpliTech Group’s AGTGSS Division Receives Initial Order For Its Midband 5G Radio Networks From Historic University of Edinburgh UK   AmpliTech Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMPG, AMPGW), a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced RF components, announced a milestone order for its midband 5G radio networks from the Historic University of Edinburgh in the UK. This marks a significant step forward for AmpliTech's AGTGSS division and its Private 5G strategy, which provides comprehensive solutions for both public and private 5G networks. While this initial hardware-only order is under $50K, it signals a broader opportunity in the expanding 5G market. AmpliTech remains committed to driving innovation and delivering world-class 5G solutions.   https://lnkd.in/efkS3YM3   #AmpliTechGroup #Nasdaq #5G #RFComponents #Innovation #Telecom #IoT #SATCOM #QuantumComputing #UniversityofEdinburgh Amplitech Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMPG)

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Lab innovation has helped enable the UK space sector’s expansion rate to outstrip the wider economy, as technological advances drive growth and investment. Know more: https://lnkd.in/esgzgsBd #labnews #labinnovation #space

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Lab innovation has helped enable the UK space sector’s expansion rate to outstrip the wider economy, as technological advances drive growth and investment. Know more: https://lnkd.in/esgzgsBd #labnews #labinnovation #space

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Lab innovation has helped enable the UK space sector’s expansion rate to outstrip the wider economy, as technological advances drive growth and investment. Know more: https://lnkd.in/esgzgsBd #labnews #labinnovation #space

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Lab innovation has helped enable the UK space sector’s expansion rate to outstrip the wider economy, as technological advances drive growth and investment. Know more: https://lnkd.in/esgzgsBd #labnews #labinnovation #space

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The recent news about Nexperia’s Newport factory closing and Coherent’s UK site in Newton Aycliffe stopping orders really struck a chord with me. These closures, highlighted in The Telegraph, aren’t just business challenges – they’re affecting our national defence and the thousands of people who rely on these industries. Coherent’s chips, which have been crucial for Leonardo’s radar systems and Eurofighter Typhoon jets, are no longer being produced due to the loss of a key contract with Apple. Hundreds of employees have already been laid off, and the future of the plant is hanging in the balance. It’s hard to overstate how disruptive this is, not just for defence, but for the entire UK tech ecosystem. At Comtek Network Systems we’ve always focused on sustainability – on repairing and refurbishing equipment to extend its life and avoid unnecessary waste. Now, with these supply chain challenges, that approach feels more important than ever. We need to support industries like defence, where we simply can’t afford downtime or disruption. This situation has reminded me why I’m so passionate about what we do at Comtek. We’re here to help keep things running smoothly, no matter the external challenges. It’s not just about fixing equipment – it’s about keeping vital sectors like defence strong and secure. #Defence #MicrochipShortage #Nexperia #Coherent #Technology #Sustainability #BritishIndustry #SupplyChainResilience #supplychain #repair #circularEconomy #comtek https://lnkd.in/eVzaFfkh

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How are IoTAS involved in the development of Mission Critical test cases? 🤔 We're involved with Global Certification Forum (GCF), British APCO and TCCA-Critical Communications to support your testing requirements 👇🏼 If you're interested in Mission Critical testing, please get in touch via our website 💻 #WirelessTesting #MobileDevices #TechForGood

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