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Constellations - Explore Space Network Technologies with Industry Leaders

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Constellations is your connection to the innovators, business leaders, entrepreneurs and policy makers who are making—and remaking—today's satellite and space networks. Whether you're in the industry or just have a desire to learn, this podcast is for you. For more information and to subscribe to the biweekly newsletter go to www.ConstellationsMag.com

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Live from the show floor of SmallSat, Al Tadros of Redwire explores why orbital data centers are quickly becoming a realistic and exciting architectural possibility. He explores how advances in AI, launch capacity, power generation, and thermal manag... more

Live from the show floor of Smallsat, Dr. David Voss of the Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC) explores how next‑generation mission architectures are shifting toward hybrid, distributed and resilient designs. He explains how onboard processing,... more

Chad Fish, CTO of Orion Space Solutions, outlines the core constraints that determine whether a VLEO mission is viable and how altitude choices reshape spacecraft behavior and sensing performance. He also discusses how missions like ACMES push therma... more

In this episode, Kat Hickey and Federico Trovarelli of Novaspace discuss the industry's transition from voluntary best practices to measurable economic, operational and regulatory strategies for preserving the space environment. Kat and Federico expl... more

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Recent Guests

David Voss
Director of the Spectrum Warfare Center of Excellence at the Space Warfighting Analysis Center
Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC)
Episode: 243 - What Does True Resilience Look Like Across the Space Enterprise?
Chad Fish
CTO and Vice President of Strategy at Orion Space Solutions
Orion Space Solutions
Episode: 242 - What Does VLEO Really Demand From Spacecraft?
Kat Hickey
Senior Manager at Novaspace
Novaspace
Episode: Can the Space Economy Grow Sustainably?
Federico Trovarelli
Manager at Novaspace
Novaspace
Episode: Can the Space Economy Grow Sustainably?
Jonas Aslund
Product Manager
SSC Space
Episode: 241 - What Are the Technologies Behind the New Infrastructure of Space?
Viktor Pankov
Product Owner
SSC Space
Episode: 241 - What Are the Technologies Behind the New Infrastructure of Space?
Dr. Kelly Backes
Quantum technologist from MITRE
MITRE
Episode: Is the Space Industry Ready for Quantum?
Mohamed El-Sayed
Acting Vice President of Commercial at S-HILSAT
S-HILSAT
Episode: 240 - Can Regional Satellite Operators Thrive in the Mega-Constellation Era?
Jesús Bernal Allende
Space lawyer and founder and director of IURUS Consulting
IURUS Consulting
Episode: 239 - How Is Space Law Adapting to Autonomous Missions?

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John Gilroy
Host / Moderator, frequently guiding discussions and interviews.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Love it. Thank you for all the great information

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anothersoemoen
    United States5 years ago
  • Amazing podcast

    Thank you very much for this amazing podcasts. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Najran boy
    Australia6 years ago
  • Great stuff!

    It helped me learn a lot of useful things about the space industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeneralPlasma
    United States6 years ago
  • Great content

    Fantastic content from market relevant thought leaders

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChadMinnaar
    South Africa7 years ago
  • Great find!

    I’m glad I found this podcast. Keep up the good work but I’d like to hear more space episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    20AO16
    United States7 years ago

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242 - What Does VLEO Really Demand From Spacecraft?
Q: What role do ground systems play in making VLEO concepts predictable and scalable?
Ground systems will need to evolve toward on-orbit coordination and autonomous operations, reducing reliance on ground-based tracking and enabling real-time management of multiple VLEO assets.
242 - What Does VLEO Really Demand From Spacecraft?
Q: How does altitude affect sensor stability and calibration strategies in VLEO compared with mid-LEO?
Higher altitudes allow longer, simpler pointing and calibration since geometry is less critical, but at lower VLEO the spacecraft's orientation and ground-look timing must be tightly managed to avoid drag-induced errors and instability, demanding more careful calibration planning.
242 - What Does VLEO Really Demand From Spacecraft?
Q: What is the first constraint that reveals whether a VLEO mission is workable at the concept stage?
The primary constraint is whether the spacecraft can stay aloft at the chosen altitude, considering solar cycle effects and atmospheric density; if it cannot stay up for a meaningful mission duration, the concept fails at the outset.
Can the Space Economy Grow Sustainably?
Q: What's driving the conversation now, and why is it a strategic issue rather than just an environmental one?
The sheer number of satellites and the resulting congestion heighten collision risk and operating costs, while the potential market value of satellites and services makes sustainability essential for long-term profitability and access to space.
Is the Space Industry Ready for Quantum?
Q: What are the most important quantum technologies beyond quantum computing that space professionals should watch now?
Quantum sensing, timing, and magnetic navigation stand out as near-term capabilities, with atomic clocks and quantum magnetometers offering tangible improvements for resilience and GPS-denied operations.

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What is Constellations about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently dives into the business, policy, and technology shaping satellite and space networks. Episodes cluster around financing models for space assets, sovereignty and governance in a growing multi-actor environment, advancements in earth observation and latency-driven data processing, and the commercial/civil-military interface for next-gen SATCOM (including 5G NTN and ground-system virtualization). Guests range from asset-finance experts and sovereign strategy consultants to Space Force officials and industry technologists, creating a mix of market analysis, policy context, and practical engineering insights. The series often highlights how cloud-like, as-a-service approaches, rapid capability development, and internationa... more

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4. Federico Trovarelli
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6. Viktor Pankov
7. Dr. Kelly Backes
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