Month: March 2023

The new venture being prepared by STRATOSPHERE S.A. denominated Stratosphere Space Systems S.A. will be based in Guimarães with the main objective to bring to the Global Space market speciality payload products and small satellites with focus in atmosphere surveying and earth observation.  Guimarães, 14 March de 2023 – STRATOSPHERE S.A. (STS), a leading global provider of advanced Cyberphysical systems, is preparing the launch of a new venture,  STRATOSPHERE SPACE SYSTEMS S.A. […]

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There are several difficulties in planning a satellite mission that can lead to delays, increased costs, and even mission failure. Being conscious of these factors, the plan to launch a satellite mission should take steps to increase the chances of a satellite’s mission success.  One of the most common oversights made when planning a satellite […]

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Spacecraft structures are subjected to the harsh thermo-mechanical environments of space as well as launch. They can be in operation for decades and offer little opportunity for servicing. In addition, modern spacecraft carry large apertures that are packaged and deployed on orbit. Such deployable structures are subjected to high strains and even when deployed, can […]

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