The first satellite of Apex aries sn1, Created by Apex startup, Over the year after launching in March successfully operates 2024 year. Його основне призначення – інтеграція корисних навантажень від різних клієнтів, що дозволяє їм не витрачати зусилля на службові модулі супутника і платформу. Отриманий досвід компанія використовує для вдосконалення майбутніх космічних апаратів.
Досягнення Aries SN1:
- Стартував з місією SpaceX Transporter-10 як демонстраційний зразок супутникової платформи Aries.
- Supported users, including Anduril and Booz Allen Hamilton.
- Despite the initial anomalies, All malfunctions were eliminated due to software updates.
The main lesson is the role of software:
- Software updates allowed to fix radio problems, Terrestrial stations and navigation system.
- All improvements did not require changes in hardware, which proves the flexibility of software solutions in space missions.
- Once completed with Apex customers will use SN1 as a test platform for new software development.
Further Apex plans:
- Made more 5 Aries satellites, three of which are already ready, And two - in the final stage of the assembly.
- Demand from government agencies is growing, Especially for defensive missions.
- Apex is considering the opportunity to participate in the Golden Dome system and to monitor GSO (geostational orbit).
Production strategy:
- Apex focus - creation of serial satellite platforms Aries without integration in a mission.
- At a new plant in Los Angeles already started the first stage of production, The full launch is expected for 60 days.
- Production Power - 12 satellites per month, However, the scale will grow gradually according to demand.
Source: https://spacenews.com/apexs-first-satellite-marks-one-year-in-orbit/