SpaceChain Demonstrates Technical Breakthrough in Integrating Distributed Infrastructure with Space and Satellite Systems
A significant step forward in realizing the SpaceChain DSI vision
SpaceChain has made a remarkable achievement in the space industry. The company successfully demonstrated a technical breakthrough that enables real-time cross-company collaboration under the Eureka Eurostars funding program. The funding, awarded to SpaceChain and its consortium partners Addvalue Innovation and Alba Orbital, was aimed at jointly developing a Decentralized Satellite Infrastructure (DSI) capable of powering payloads to enable direct tasking of a heterogeneous satellite constellation in real-time.
The collaboration between the three firms spanned more than two years and culminated in the successful demonstration of integrating distributed infrastructure with space and satellite systems, enabling users to order space services directly from Alba Orbital via the SpaceChain server and the Inter-Satellite Data Relay System (IDRS) deployed on a low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite by Addvalue. Transactions are processed and conducted over distributed networks which can be fully traceable by users.
The demonstration validates a significant step forward in realizing the SpaceChain DSI vision, which has been scheduled to go operational by 2025, through transforming space infrastructure into highly secure distribution networks for data exchanges and financial transactions.
Francis Low, Chief Technology Officer at Addvalue, said: “SpaceChain’s successful demonstration of integrating distributed infrastructure with space and satellite systems serves as a testament where the collaborative effort has not only strengthened the partnership but has also set a new benchmark for cross-industry collaborations. Addvalue is proud that its IDRS solution provides real-time, always-on connectivity globally without compromising its security.”
Aimed to be the world’s first open satellite network infrastructure that is multi-vendor, multi-purpose, and networked to other spacecraft owned and operated by multiple parties under various jurisdictions, the SpaceChain DSI is poised to provide compelling advantages and benefits to enterprises and users looking to harness space as a platform for business innovation.
“The DSI infrastructure enables a heterogeneous swarm constellation that allows any satellite to participate, providing a secure, reliable, and cost-effective solution for various space and satellite downstream applications,” said Ziheng Xiang, SpaceChain Director of Technology. “SpaceChain’s innovative technology has gained significant recognition in the industry, and this latest achievement further cements its position as a leader in the field. Additionally, it allows for contributions to advanced machine intelligence such as federated learning and collaborative satellite tasking.”
SpaceChain has also recently introduced I-Sat, their latest digital offering succeeding DSI. This cutting-edge platform is powered by artificial intelligence (AI), specifically Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Computer Vision (CV). I-Sat offers an advanced Earth Observation system that can understand natural language, making it easy for users to address challenges.
Combining space technology with AI, I-Sat enables users to effortlessly monitor and respond to environmental crises such as wildfires, water pollution, and urban expansion. The best part is, that users do not need to be image-processing experts to use it.
Central to this visionary initiative is the creation and operation of decentralized applications within the realm of space. These include developing and running decentralized applications in space which ensures they remain secure, immutable, and safe from cybercriminals with proven cryptography and the remoteness of space technology, breaking down monopolies and democratizing access to space to increase participation and foster innovation between stakeholders in the industry, among others.
I-Sat is now live and available for free (for a limited time) for public exploration. SpaceChain invites you to discover its capabilities firsthand at isat.spacechain.com. Share your thoughts via our social platforms or email us at contact@spacechain.com.
