Industrializing sun sensor production for satellite constellations - with Solar MEMS
A discussion about scaling up production, supply, and testing in order to meet the demands of large-scale constellations.
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Show Notes
In this episode we speak with Tamara Guerrero, Business Development Manager at Solar MEMS. Solar MEMS is a Spanish sun sensor manufacturer that provides products for the OneWeb constellation, and participates in the satsearch membership program. We discuss:
- The challenges and opportunities that scaling up production can bring.
- How Solar MEMS prepared their own testing, qualification, and supply chain management processes to increase throughput.
- How the company stayed open to new commercial opportunities and ensured product innovation was uninterrupted while serving a major client.
- Evolution in the sun sensor market, for both in-orbit and terrestrial applications.
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