Space Micro Archives

Laser links are great for satellite relay, but challenges abound for taking it to ground

While optical technology shows great promise for intersatellite relay links, ground segment providers doubt it will be widely adopted among their terrestrial networks any time soon.

by Debra Werner December 21, 2022February 1, 2023

Commercial

DoD space agency funds development of laser terminal that connects to multiple satellites at once

by Sandra Erwin March 10, 2022January 23, 2023

Military

AFWERX to fund development of laser terminal that connects military aircraft with satellites

by Sandra Erwin January 25, 2022January 23, 2023

Commercial

Voyager Space acquires majority stake in Space Micro

by Debra Werner November 22, 2021January 23, 2023

Commercial

Xenesis and MBS Lab forge pact to test optical communications

by Debra Werner September 9, 2021February 22, 2023

Commercial

BridgeComm and Space Micro reveal strategic partnership

by Debra Werner September 8, 2021February 22, 2023

Military

Space Micro wins $3 million for laser communications terminal

by Debra Werner April 1, 2020January 23, 2023

Commercial

Air Force awards $9 million on first Space Pitch Day San Francisco

by Debra Werner November 5, 2019January 23, 2023

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