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Reimagining Space: An Introduction to Space Clusters

Published: March 30, 2022

In this article, we’re discussing the growing network of space clusters across the country that are enabling a new, more connected and more collaborative era...

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Reimagining Space: Unlocking IOSM

Published: March 29, 2022

In this article, we will be discussing in-orbit servicing and manufacturing, and what the future holds for us as space becomes a vital component of...

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Reimagining Space: Introducing Sustainable Finance

Published: March 28, 2022

In this article for our Reimagining Space series, we are looking at the Sustainable Finance Sector and how satellite technology is enabling more considered and...

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Reimagining Space: An Introduction to Space Based Solar Power

Published: March 25, 2022

In this article for our Reimagining Space series, we’re exploring the concept of space based solar power, and the role this new technology could play...

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Reimagining Space: An Introduction to In-Space Manufacturing

Published: March 24, 2022

In this article for our Reimagining Space series, we are looking at the future possibilities for In-Space Manufacturing, what it means to manufacture in space...

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Event Follow Up: Opportunities for UK space-enabled organisations across Indian agriculture

Published: March 15, 2022

On the 16th of February, the Satellite Applications Catapult (the Catapult), funded by Innovate UK / part of UK Research and Innovation, and supported by...

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Event Follow Up: Opportunities for UK space-enabled organisations across Indian Health Sector

Published: March 15, 2022

On the 4th of May 2021, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the 2030 Roadmap for Future Relations. This...

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Framework for Remote Sensing and Modelling of Lithium-Brine Deposit Formation

Published: March 12, 2022

Catapult Co-Authors: Cristian Rossi and Maral Bayaraa Abstract: The demand for “green” metals such as lithium is increasing as the world works to reduce its...

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A collaboration bringing together the expertise of the UK space and agricultural sectors is preparing for launch.

Published: February 22, 2022

The Satellite Applications Catapult and Harper Adams University have been working on an exciting new initiative, the Agri Living Lab, which aims to use satellite...

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The Satellite Applications Catapult welcomes Excelerate Technology to Westcott

Published: February 22, 2022

The Satellite Applications Catapult is excited to announce that Excelerate Technology has joined the cohort of innovative companies at the rapidly expanding Westcott Space Cluster....

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The LEOPARD Project: Low Earth Orbit Pursuit for Active Debris Removal

Published: February 16, 2022

The LEOPARD (Low Earth Orbit Pursuit for Active Debris Removal) study will define concepts for de-orbiting 2 uncooperative UK space assets from low earth orbit....

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The Satellite Applications Catapult welcomes His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales to Harwell

Published: January 31, 2022

The Satellite Applications Catapult was honoured to welcome His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales to Harwell today on a visit hosted jointly by John...

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