EsferAtros
- Founded: 2018
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- Headquarters: 10, Gappenhiehl, L-5335 Luxembourg
Description: EsferAtros is a Luxembourg-based space company specializing in operating micro-satellites to provide in-orbit transportation, customer payload operations, and access to Earth observation technology as a service.
Vision:
To create a new model of access to space through innovative multi-use satellite platforms, enabling rapid constellation formation and sustainable space operations.
Mission:
To simplify the complexities of owning and operating satellites in orbit by offering integrated solutions that reduce launch costs and accelerate time-to-orbit for new constellations of CubeSats.
Contact:
- Website: https://esferatros.com/
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Key Milestones:
- 2018 : EsferAtros was founded in Luxembourg.
- 2020 : Initiated the development of the SatCarrier platform, aiming to revolutionize access to space for CubeSat constellations.
- 2022 : Signed a Letter of Intent with Vestigo Aerospace to utilize Spinnaker dragsails for the deorbiting of SatCarrier vehicles, emphasizing a commitment to sustainable space operations.
Products & Services:
- SatCarrier Platform: An innovative multi-use satellite platform designed to reduce launch costs and accelerate time-to-orbit for new constellations of CubeSats, particularly for Earth observation missions. SatCarrier provides deployment to desired orbits for up to eight CubeSats per launch, allowing rapid constellation formation. After deployment, SatCarrier offers turnkey solutions to scientific and commercial customers.
- OrbitalXpress Program: Integration (OXI) Services: A universal hub capable of hosting customer payloads within EsferAtros' 3U and 6U platforms.Transportation & Deployment (OXTD) Services: Provides the final boost to operational orbit in partnership with key launch providers.In Orbit Ready (OXOR) Services: Satellite carrier platforms capable of accomplishing dual missions to maximize utilization and significantly reduce costs associated with the launch and deployment of nanosatellites.