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Proven capabilities behind landmark space missions

Our Space exploration software encompasses all aspects of mission lifecycles; from system requirements, architecture, design, and integration through to simulation and modelling, testing, validation, quality assurance, operation and maintenance, and programme management.

In addition to many years of software experience, most members of the group also have considerable hardware experience including the design of flight hardware for missions such as;

ESA AEOLUS, ESA EXOMARS ROVER, and NASA GRACE Follow-On.

Experience and expertise

With a view on space flight activities, the technology fields Robotics and Autonomy are closely connected with the topics of Space Exploration and In-Orbit Servicing (OOS).

International space exploration programmes (e.g. to Mars and Moon) will not only rely on probes and satellites – but they will also rely on new mission elements such as Landers, Orbiters and Rovers.

We have been involved with numerous spacecraft missions that play a vital role in the exploration of the solar system;

BepiColombo | Cluster II | GAIA | Herschel | Integral | Lisa Pathfinder | Mars Express | Planck | Rosetta | SOHO | Solar Orbiter | Venus ExpressXMM | ULYSSES | HUYGENS

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Intelligent on-board flight software

 

We have extensive expertise in developing reliable and innovative spacecraft software solutions across mission lifecycles, including advanced AI-driven autonomy and post-launch updates.

We actively pioneer future-oriented technologies such as automation, FPGA deployment, data standardisation, and enhanced avionics architectures to support increasingly complex space missions.

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High-fidelity simulation and modelling

 

We ensure space mission success through simulators which model satellite subsystems, ground stations, orbits, and environments for mission preparation, validation, and training.

These elements are combined into comprehensive operational simulators covering every aspect of spacecraft missions.

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Surface of Mars

Developing the eyes of Mars

 

The mission involves exploring planetary surfaces to investigate geological conditions and search for potential signs of life.

Advanced autonomous navigation and AI technologies enable remote vehicles to safely traverse challenging environments and conduct detailed scientific research.

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