In-Orbit

In today's episode we're diving into the UK Space Agency's Unlocking Space for Business Programme, focusing on its impact on Financial Services and Transport & Logistics.

By tapping into satellite-derived data, the Financial Services and Transport & Logistics sectors are experiencing a revolution. From optimising supply chains to enhancing investment strategies, the Unlocking Space for Business programme aims to support companies to deliver this growth through the integration of innovative satellite data and services.

Our host Dallas Campbell is joined in the studio by Sean McCarthy from the Satellite Applications Catapult, and remotely by Laura Bealin-Kelly from the UK Space Agency, and Jocelyn Barker from PwC UK.

Find out more about Unlocking Space for Business.

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Welcome to Outer-Orbit, our brand new bonus series where we’ll be continuing the conversation from our main episodes, focusing in on a particular topic or point of view.

In this episode, our host Dallas Campbell is joined by Dr. Elie Allouis from Airbus to explore the lifecycle of a space mission – what has changed in the last decade, what’s coming the future, and how can be keep sustainability at the front of the conversation.

This episode was recorded on-location in the Catapult's In-Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing facility at Westcott. If you'd like to watch our main episode on Space Robotics, visit the Catapult's YouTube channel.

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In this episode we’re kicking off a brand new series of In-Orbit recording on-location in the Catapult’s In-Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing facility, exploring robotics with our panel of experts.

The space economy in the UK is changing at a rapid pace. In-Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing – or IOSM – is set to shape this economy, and robotics will play a key role.

From servicing satellites in-orbit using autonomous robots to manufacturing large structures entirely in space, IOSM is where cutting-edge technology meets the vast expanse of space, but it’s capabilities here on Earth that ensure these in-space operations are successful.

Our host Dallas Campbell is joined by Jeremy Hadall from the Satellite Applications Catapult, Dr. Elie Allouis from Airbus, and Azmat Hossain from Extend Robotics.

Watch the full conversation on the Catapult's YouTube channel.

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Welcome to In-Orbit – the fortnightly podcast exploring how technology from space is empowering a better world.

This podcast is brought to you by the Satellite Applications Catapult, a UK technology and innovation company driving economic growth through the commercialisation of space, and hosted by writer and broadcaster, Dallas Campbell.

The UK has always played a pivotal role in transforming the space sector, but the opportunity for us to become a global leader is now. As a nation, we need to become the world’s best adopters of new space technologies, harness the strength of our industries, and exploit the benefits of being in orbit.

Across this new series, we’ll be in conversation with the expert minds behind these new innovations, exploring the ways that the UK is translating data from space into real-world impact.

Join us on our journey exploring how the UK is using space to make huge differences to our everyday lives, as well as gaining a better understanding of its role in shaping – and sustaining – our planet for the future.

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Today, in our series finale, we're venturing once again into the world of small satellites, discussing the latest partnership between the Catapult and Open Cosmos to build and launch a key demonstration satellite to join the Open Cosmos OpenConstellation.

The Open Cosmos OpenConstellation is a global shared satellite infrastructure built to provide diverse, frequent, and reliable data of our changing planet. This new satellite, expected to launch as early as next year, will gather and process Earth observation imagery that can be used to develop solutions to challenges in the Atlantic Ocean, from illegal fishing to ocean pollution.

Our host Dallas Campbell is joined by Gary Cannon from the Satellite Applications Catapult, and from Open Cosmos we have Jordi Barrera Ars and Florian Deconinck.

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In today's episode, we will explore the critical role of satellite antenna testing and its importance to the space industry.

Antennas are the unsung heroes of space missions, enabling vital communication and data transmission between spacecraft and ground stations. However, ensuring their reliability and performance in the harsh conditions of space is no easy feat. That's where satellite antenna testing comes into play, where rigorous evaluation and experimentation are conducted to guarantee their functionality, durability, and efficiency.

Our host Dallas Campbell is joined in the studio by Evangelos Mellios and Harvinder Nagi from the Satellite Applications Catapult, and Miro Blicharz from Helix Geospace and joining remotely, Martyn Lees from Spire.

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In this episode we’re continuing our exploration of launch from the UK and beyond.

The launch market is changing rapidly all the time, both here in the UK and overseas. But space innovation is never without setbacks, and our journey towards becoming a spacefaring nation is showing no signs of slowing down.

Our host Dallas Campbell is joined in the studio by Mike Curtis-Rouse, Head of In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing at the Satellite Applications Catapult, and remotely by Jan Skolmli, Chief Commercial Officer at Orbex, and Jeff Feige, Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Radian Aerospace.

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We are deeply saddened to share that our dear friend and colleague Jan Skolmli, who joined us for the discussion, has passed away since the recording of this episode.

Jan's passion for space exploration was contagious, and he inspired many to pursue careers in this field. Jan will be sorely missed, and we dedicate this episode to his memory.

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In this episode, we're going to be discussing the fascinating topic of microgravity. 

Microgravity exists where only very small gravitational forces are experienced. This is a unique environment that creates new opportunities and challenges for scientific research, technology development, and human spaceflight.

Our host, Dallas Campbell, is joined by two members of the Access to Space team at the Satellite Applications Catapult - Jane Davies and Laura Gonzalez Llamazares. We’re also joined by two fantastic guests from Gravitilab - Brian Zielinski-Smith and Charlotte Daniels. 

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Drones have become an increasingly popular technology in recent years, with applications ranging from aerial photography and videography to search and rescue, agriculture, and even package delivery. Despite their versatility, however, drones remain a somewhat controversial technology, with concerns about privacy, safety, and their impact on the environment.

In this episode, we will be ‘flying high’ into the world of drones, exploring their history, technology, and future possibilities. We will also be discussing some of the key challenges facing the drone industry, the various regulations and policies that govern their use, and new facility that the Catapult has just opened in Buckinghamshire to offer support to UK drone companies.

Our host Dallas Campbell is joined in the studio by Liam Braeger from the Satellite Applications Catapult, Dr Anthony Lawrenson from Volant Autonomy, and Liam Flood from Ajuno Solutions.

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In this episode we will be exploring sustainable land use and how we can balance the needs of local communities, businesses, and ecosystems, to ensure that our land is used in a way that benefits everyone.

As our population continues to rise, how do we adopt sustainable land use practices, improve the well-being of local communities, and protect the environment for future generations? The answer lies in technology and collaboration.

Our host Dallas Campbell is joined in the studio by Cristian Rossi from the Satellite Applications Catapult, and remotely by Tim Hopkin from the Land App, and by Donna Lyndsay from Ordnance Survey.

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