Steely Newsletter Issue #057 |
Read all about SpaceX's staggering 2024 revenue projection reaching $6.6 billion dollars, Redwire developing of two new VLEO satellite platforms, a U.S. Space Force online marketplace that taps into commercial satellite data executing around $8 million worth of contracts in the past few months, and so much more! |
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| | Space News | Sandra Erwin | 05-09-2024 A market research firm, Quilty Space, expects SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet to generate a staggering $6.6 billion in revenue for 2024, exceeding expectations. Starlink has surpassed the combined subscriber base of 2.2 million held by Viasat and Hughes, the two largest geostationary satellite operators, in just a few years. This achievement is attributed to Starlink's focus on direct-to-consumer sales in wealthier countries and SpaceX's mastery of satellite manufacturing, allowing them to keep production costs lower than industry standards. | Space News | Jeff Foust | 05-09-024 Redwire Space, a company that manufactures spacecraft components, is expanding its offerings to include VLEO satellites. Redwire has two VLEO satellite platforms in development: Phantom, developed by its European subsidiary and SabreSat, designed by its US team. These two platforms use different technologies to target a wider range of customer needs. Redwire sees VLEO satellites as an opportunity to move up the value chain in the space industry and become a prime contractor, rather than just a component supplier. The company also recently won a NASA study contract to modify an existing spacecraft for use on Mars. |
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🛡️Satellite Cybersecurity News |
| POLITICO | Maggie Miller | 03-25-2024 A growing concern for the US is cyberattacks on satellites, which are more likely than attacks with nuclear weapons. These cyberattacks could disrupt critical services like GPS and communication, causing widespread problems. Experts warn that even minor disruptions to satellites can have a significant impact. The US government and private companies are taking steps to improve cybersecurity in space, but there are calls for even more to be done, including designating space systems as critical infrastructure. |
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📡Satellite Terminal Product News |
| Via Satellite | Rachel Jewett | 04-25-2024 Reticulate Micro introduced a new line of flat panel antennas on Thursday. The Valor line is designed to be electronically steered and can be used on land, air, or sea. The antennas will initially be available in Ku-band, with Ka-band options coming later this year. Reticulate Micro says the Valor line is designed to be low-power and easy to integrate into existing systems. The company believes this will make Valor a good choice for military and commercial users. |
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| | Space.com | Mike Wall | 05-06-2024 In another successful mission, SpaceX launched 23 Starlink satellites on May 6, adding to their growing internet constellation. The Falcon 9 rocket carrying the satellites lifted off from Florida and its reusable first stage returned safely after eight minutes. This launch marks SpaceX's 46th orbital mission this year, further expanding their Starlink network which already has over 5,800 satellites in operation. |
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🏛️US Government Satellite News |
| Space News | Sandra Erwin | 05-07-2024 The U.S. Space Force launched an online marketplace to streamline access to commercial satellite data for government agencies. This initiative, called Tactical Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Tracking (TacSRT), aims to deliver faster and more affordable intelligence to military personnel worldwide. Since its launch, TacSRT has facilitated numerous projects with various vendors, providing valuable insights on global activities and potential threats. The program received a significant funding boost in the 2024 spending bill, reflecting growing concerns about timely access to intelligence for military operations. | Via Satellite | Rachel Jewett | 05-07-2024 Rocket Lab has partnered with several companies to build 18 satellites for the Space Development Agency (SDA). These satellites will provide low-latency military data and connectivity worldwide. CesiumAstro will provide communication payloads, Mynaric will supply laser communication terminals, and SEAKR Engineering will contribute the software-defined radio and network encryption system. Additionally, Collins Aerospace will provide the waveform for the radio and Redwire Space will manufacture antennas and radio frequency hardware. Parsons Corporation will manage ground operations for the satellites. |
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