ISRO's Chairman officially opens OrbitAID's fresh research and development center in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
OrbitAID Aerospace, a pioneering startup in the field of on-orbit servicing and refueling, has taken a significant step forward in its mission to ensure sustainable satellite operations. The company, which has developed a TRL 7 docking and refueling interface called the Standard Interface Docking and Refueling Port (SIDRP), is poised to provide life extension services for current and upcoming satellites in both Indian and global markets.
In a bid to further advance its innovative on-orbit fueling solutions, OrbitAID will collaborate with local universities, startups, and global technology partners. The startup will also work closely with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and specialized research institutions and industrial partners that focus on on-orbit servicing and refueling technologies.
ISRO, which has recently opened up to private players in the space technology ecosystem, will invite companies specializing in On-Orbit Servicing and Refueling (OOSR) technologies to work with the organization in upcoming missions. This collaboration is expected to significantly contribute to the development of technologies like docking and refueling interfaces.
Dr. V. Narayanan, Chairman of ISRO, officially opened OrbitAID's new Research and Development (R&D) facility, which spans 6500 sq. ft. in Bengaluru. The facility, which is India's largest commercial and one of the world's biggest for Rendezvous Proximity Operations & Docking (RPOD) infrastructure, boasts a high-end control room, class 10000 cleanroom, and fuel transfer facilities for assembling and integrating satellites.
OrbitAID's Founder & CEO, Sakthikumar Ramachandran, stated that the facility marks a new chapter in OrbitAID's journey towards making India the champion of space sustainability. The company is also planning to expand its footprint in Tamil Nadu, establishing a manufacturing facility for the production of propellant handling and satellite servicing technology equipment.
Unicorn India Ventures, an early backer of OrbitAID, is proud of the startup's achievements. Bhaskar Majumdar, Managing Partner of Unicorn India Ventures, congratulated OrbitAID on its state-of-the-art R&D facility inauguration. He emphasized the significance of providing services such as life extension for satellites in shaping the future of India's space technology ecosystem.
Dr. Narayanan emphasized the importance of developing technologies like docking and refueling interfaces in shaping the future of India's space technology ecosystem. He stated that such technologies are crucial for reducing space debris and enhancing the long-term viability of space infrastructure. OrbitAid's goal is to create a circular economy for the global space technology ecosystem by providing efficient refueling and maintenance of satellites through its space fuel station.
With the inauguration of its new R&D facility and plans for a manufacturing facility, OrbitAID is set to play a significant role in the future of sustainable space operations. The company's innovative on-orbit fueling solutions and collaborations with leading organizations in the space technology industry are expected to drive advancements in the field and contribute to the development of a more sustainable space technology ecosystem.
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