Jinsei develops and launches artificial satellites, offering orbit imaging platforms and astronomical satellite experience services. Their technology provides high-resolution Earth observation data and unique access to space-based astronomical viewing.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The increasing number of satellites in orbit is leading to greater complexity in operations and management, with a corresponding rise in the potential impact of satellite failures caused by design flaws, operational errors, or external factors like debris collisions and radiation damage. Currently, there is a lack of direct visual means to assess the external condition of satellites in orbit. Operators are limited to telemetry data and ground-based radar, making it difficult to accurately diagnose issues or confirm the deployment of critical components like solar panels.
Solution
Jinsei is developing an on-orbit inspection platform that uses a dedicated satellite to visually monitor and assess the condition of other satellites. By providing high-resolution external imagery and diagnostic reports, Jinsei aims to offer a crucial third-party perspective, supplementing traditional telemetry data. The service will enable operators to visually confirm component deployment, diagnose anomalies, and assess damage from collisions or other external factors. Jinsei plans to create a constellation of inspection satellites to maximize imaging opportunities and provide rapid situational awareness for satellite operators, insurers, and other stakeholders. This "見える化" (visualization) of on-orbit assets will improve the safety and reliability of space operations, reducing risks associated with collisions and malfunctions.
Target Audience
Jinsei's primary customers include satellite operators, insurers, and manufacturers who require visual confirmation of satellite status for anomaly resolution, insurance claims, and quality assurance.
Features
- Dedicated inspection satellite equipped with high-resolution imaging capabilities
- On-orbit imagery of client satellites, providing external visual confirmation of satellite condition
- Diagnostic reports based on visual inspection, supplementing telemetry data
- Planned constellation of inspection satellites for increased coverage and responsiveness
- Services include anomaly diagnosis, component deployment verification, and damage assessment
- Core technologies include attitude control for camera pointing and orbit prediction for optimal imaging opportunities