Failure To Launch The DLR and the Art of Satellite Operations (w. Jake)
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Dec 13, 2024 Dive into the world of satellite operations as a software engineer from Germany shares insights on the complexities of coordinating diverse systems in space. Discover the challenges of atmospheric drag and space debris while learning about innovative solutions like hyperspectral imaging. The discussion highlights the critical Launch and Early Orbit Phase, emphasizing machine learning's role in satellite management. Mixed with humor, the talk also covers the dual-use nature of technology, collaborations in European space exploration, and even a quirky small hopping robot!
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DLR Name Changes
- The DLR, Germany's space agency, has undergone multiple name changes throughout its history.
- One early name, MLSTG, stood for "Modelbesuchsanstalt der Motorluftschiff Studiengesellschaft" ("Institute for Testing of Aerodynamic Models of Powered Airship Society").
First Object in Space
- The MW 18014, launched in 1944, was the first human-made object to reach space.
- Built by the Nazis using slave labor, this achievement blends technological progress with historical barbarity.
LEO Satellite Operations
- LEO satellites orbit every 90 minutes, allowing for 10-minute ground station passes.
- Atmospheric drag limits how low these satellites can orbit, while GPS data enables location tracking.