Episode 64 of the Space Industry podcast by satsearch is a conversation with Paolo Mori, Procurement Specialist at D-Orbit SpA. D-Orbit is aiming to develop the next generation of space logistics hardware and services, building on the company's strong heritage of orbital transport missions, hosted payloads, and satellite missions. D-Orbit's supply chain plays a vital role in this work and Paolo is ideally placed to share insights on how it is managed in the company, as well as offer ideas and...

Episode 63 of the Space Industry podcast by satsearch is a conversation with author Chris Prophet about SpaceX. Chris has written 3 books about SpaceX, one of which he is currently serializing on a Substack newsletter. In this discussion we cover various aspects of SpaceX's work and Chris' writing and research on the company, including: How SpaceX has focused heavily on in-house manufacturing, and how this may be relevant to other companiesThe company's engineering architecture and approach -...

Episode 62 of the Space Industry podcast is a discussion with Adrian Helwig, Analog Field Application Engineer, and Michael Seidl, Systems Engineer from Texas Instruments, about the packaging of electronic components for space. In the episode we cover: The benefits of using plastic packages vs. ceramic packagingThese include SWaP+C advantages, simpler production with no forming or trimming of lead frame required, and pin-compatibility between quality classesThe role that Texas Instruments has...

Episode 61 of the Space Industry podcast is a conversation with Ian Cinnamon, CEO and Co-founder of Apex, on what it takes to continually produce reliable satellites on very short time scales. In the episode we discuss many different aspects of supply chain management and engineering that companies like Apex need to consider in order to enable truly rapid satellite development. We cover: How Apex is approaching satellite development in order to optimize for speedApproaching build vs. buy...

Episode 60 of the Space Industry podcast is a conversation with Jatan Mehta from Jatan’s Space. Jatan is a writer, speaker, and consultant covering various aspects of the space industry, and authors the Moon Monday and Indian Space Progress newsletters. Our host Hywel Curtis discussed various topics with Jatan relating to planetary science, lunar missions and the space ecosystem in India. In particular the podcast covers: The most important planetary science missions and programs over the...

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 launchHow the other big players in the launch segment are approaching the industryWhat a US-centric launch sector means for space missions around the worldThe upcoming missions and...

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 operating models coming online very soonHow satellite data end users are approaching the...

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 play with regards to space debris mitigationThoughts on active debris removalHow the Space...

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 economy and business climate, including: - The macroeconomic trends currently affecting the space...

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. In particular we covered: Trends in how companies are coming to market today compared to previous...

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 supply of electronic components and power systems have also advanced in line with new market...

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 than ever, along with greater pressure to deliver high performance.   In this podcast we discuss...

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, saving operators time and reducing errors. The platform supports a majority of a project’s life...

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 only rocket launch ranges in Australia approved by the Australian Space Agency for space...

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 discuss: The current structure of the Sat2Phone market. The specific technical requirements that...

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 discuss: While power is a very precious good in space satellite applications continue to become even...

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 can require months to be issued and it is good practice to avoid problems near to launch...

A discussion on overcoming challenges in the NewSpace missions using advanced communication payloads.

A discussion of software development processes in the space industry covering bottlenecks, risk mitigation, and new opportunities for today's missions.

A discussion about how to develop a more powerful and efficient data acquisition system through advanced electronic components and setups.

A discussion about the current state-of-the-art of additive manufacturing in orbit and the future potential of the field.

A podcast on the applications and processes involved with building space-related digital products that incorporate AI.

A discussion on the background, technologies, motivations for, and current state of the space situational awareness sector.

A discussion about the development of ground segment antennas and feeds, and their uses in modern space missions and services.