Neuraspace Platform Overview
Neuraspace, a Portuguese startup based in Coimbra, has developed an advanced AI-powered space traffic management (STM) platform designed to enhance the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of satellite operations. Here’s a detailed look at what the platform does and its key features:
Purpose and Functionality
The Neuraspace platform is an end-to-end automated solution aimed at satellite operators, insurers, regulators, and policymakers. It is designed to provide higher accuracy in detecting high-risk collisions and significantly reduce human intervention, by up to 75%.Key Features
Data Fusion
The platform integrates large quantities of data from various sources, including space debris images, Conjunction Data Messages (CDMs), ephemeris files, state vectors from established catalogs and satellite owners, space weather nowcasts and forecasts, and asset management information. This data fusion enables precise characterization of conjunction events and reduces uncertainties.Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)
Neuraspace leverages AI and ML to analyze complex data sets, automatically detect patterns, and predict collision risks. The platform provides accurate collision predictions and suggests maneuver strategies to support operators in risk mitigation.Automation
The platform is highly automated, removing hurdles and improving resource utilization. It supports multi-orbit and multi-asset systems, enabling autonomy in space operations. Automation includes features such as automated high-risk conjunction management, maneuver screening, and real-time information exchange between satellite operators.Space Traffic Management (STM) Capabilities
- Conjunction Classification & Analysis: The platform classifies and analyzes conjunction events to predict potential collisions.
- Collision Avoidance Maneuver Suggestions: It provides suggestions for maneuvers to avoid collisions, ensuring the safety of spacecraft.
- Maneuver Screening: Validates planned maneuvers to prevent close encounters with other space objects.
- Space-Track CDM and Maneuver Integration: Integrates with Space-Track CDMs for comprehensive collision risk assessment.
Operational Efficiency
- Faster Decision-Making: The platform enables 100x faster decision-making and reduces staff time by up to 80%.
- Extended Asset Lifespan: Helps in planning and executing operations to extend the lifespan of spacecraft.
- Increased Revenue: Optimizes spacecraft and constellation management, leading to increased revenue through efficient operations.
- Improved Data Analysis: Reduces false alerts and eliminates unnecessary maneuvers, improving overall data analysis and operational efficiency.
Additional Features
- Real-Time Notifications: Provides email, Teams, and Slack notifications for critical events.
- Custom Integrations: Supports custom integrations to adapt to various operational needs.
- Dedicated Account Manager: Offers dedicated support for users.
- LEOP Service: Assists satellite operators during the Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP) with accurate tracking and orbit updates, reducing the LEOP timeline and accelerating in-orbit testing.