Imagine the sky is a busy highway filled with satellites and floating pieces of old rocket parts. This work builds a high-tech digital map and simulation tool to predict when two objects might crash. It acts like a sophisticated air traffic control system to keep expensive space equipment safe from collisions.
The increasing number of satellites and debris in orbit creates a high risk of collisions and uncontrolled re-entries. Current tracking systems lack the autonomy and precision needed to manage this growing complexity safely.
An evolved system architecture for Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST) featuring digital twin technology for precise event simulation and improved object cataloging.
If you are a satellite fleet operator dealing with the risk of orbital debris hitting your assets — this project developed a digital twin system that enables precise simulations to detect malfunctions and optimize collision avoidance. This ensures the long-term safety of your space assets.
If you are a national space agency dealing with the need for independent space surveillance — this project developed an evolved system architecture that increases EU autonomy in tracking objects. This reduces reliance on non-EU systems for critical safety data.
If you are a debris removal startup dealing with the difficulty of tracking small fragments — this project developed improved cataloging and tracking capabilities for a larger number of objects. This provides the precise data needed to target and remove space junk.
Based on available project data, no pricing or commercial cost structure is mentioned as this is a research grant.
The project focuses on evolving the architecture to increase scalability and performance, but it is currently in the development and demonstration phase.
Based on available project data, specific IP or licensing terms are not provided in the summary.
The project aims to demonstrate complementarity and interoperability, specifically exploring cooperation with systems like the US SSA system.
The project period runs from 2023-07-01 to 2026-06-30.
The consortium is heavily weighted toward public research and governmental bodies, consisting of 19 partners from 15 countries. Notably, there are 0 industry partners and 0 SMEs, with the group split between 9 research organizations, 9 other entities, and 1 university. This indicates the project is currently driven by institutional and strategic EU interests rather than immediate commercial product development.
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