Astroscale provides on-orbit servicing solutions, including active debris removal and end-of-life satellite management, to address the increasing risk of space debris in crowded orbits. By enhancing the sustainability of space operations, Astroscale aims to protect satellite services and support the growth of the space economy.
Funding
$83.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
The increasing amount of space debris poses a significant threat to operational satellites and the long-term sustainability of space activities. Collisions with debris can damage or destroy satellites, creating even more debris and increasing the risk of further collisions. Traditional approaches to mitigating this risk are insufficient to address the growing problem.
Solution
Astroscale offers on-orbit servicing capabilities designed to mitigate the risks associated with space debris and enhance the sustainability of space operations. These services include end-of-life satellite management, active debris removal of large, unprepared objects, life extension services for geostationary satellites, and in-situ space situational awareness and inspection. By providing solutions for removing defunct satellites and debris, as well as extending the life of existing satellites, Astroscale aims to ensure the long-term viability of satellite services and the continued growth of the space economy. Their technologies enable the diagnosis and characterization of space objects, providing critical data for informed decision-making and risk mitigation.
Target Audience
Astroscale's primary customers include satellite operators, launch providers, space agencies, and insurance companies concerned with the long-term sustainability of space operations and the mitigation of risks associated with space debris.
Features
- End-of-life services for defunct satellites pre-engineered for servicing, ensuring responsible deorbiting.
- Active debris removal of large, non-prepared, threatening debris currently in orbit, reducing collision risks.
- Life extension services to keep GEO satellites in operation after fuel depletion, maximizing their utility.
- In-situ space situational awareness and inspection to diagnose and characterize objects, enhancing space traffic management.
- Rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO) for approaching and interacting with target objects in space.
- Robotic manipulation for capturing and manipulating space debris or satellites.
- Development of docking plates to facilitate future on-orbit servicing missions.