PIAP Space Sp. z o.o.

PIAP Space Sp. z o.o.
  • Founded:
    2017
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  • Headquarters:
    Warsaw, Poland
Description: PIAP Space is a Polish company specializing in space robotics and Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE). Established as a spin-off from the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Industrial Research Institute for Automation and Measurements (Ł-PIAP), the company focuses on developing technologies and products for satellite integration, active space debris removal, manipulators and grippers, on-orbit satellite servicing, human-robot interaction, vision systems, and mechanisms.
Vision:
To be a leading provider of innovative robotic solutions for the space industry, contributing to the advancement of space exploration and sustainability.
Mission:
To design, engineer, and deliver top-quality robotics solutions that make space and Earth cleaner, safer, and more sustainable.
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Key Milestones:
  • 2017: PIAP Space was officially registered as a company, marking its establishment as a dedicated entity for space-related industry activities.
  • 2020: Secured a contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop a robotic arm for in-orbit satellite servicing, leading a Polish industrial consortium in this endeavor.
  • 2023: Received a grant of approximately $1.07 million from the European Union to further advance its space robotics technologies.
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  • Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE): Design and manufacturing of equipment for satellite integration and testing, including adapters, integration stands, clamp bands, and containers.
  • Robotic Subsystems: Development of robotic arms, grippers, force and torque sensors, and vision systems for applications such as active debris removal and on-orbit satellite servicing.
  • Field Testing and Data Analysis: Execution of field tests and comprehensive data analysis services to support the development and validation of space robotics technologies.
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