Telesat Lightspeed Passes Key Design Review, Paves Way for LEO Broadband Challenge
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Telesat Lightspeed Passes Key Design Review, Paves Way for LEO Broadband Challenge
TAMPA, Fla. – Telesat, a leading geostationary satellite operator, announced on December 4th that its highly anticipated Lightspeed constellation has successfully cleared a critical early design review (EDR). This milestone marks a significant step forward in Telesat's ambitious plan to compete with SpaceX's Starlink and other low Earth orbit (LEO) broadband providers. Leveraging MDA's Cutting-Edge Technology The Lightspeed constellation will utilize Canada-based MDA Space's innovative, reprogrammable Aurora platform. This advanced technology empowers the satellites with exceptional flexibility and adaptability, enabling them to evolve and meet future demands. Key Highlights from the EDR: Design Validation: The EDR confirmed that the spacecraft design aligns seamlessly with the program's functional and performance requirements. Next Steps: The program is now progressing to a more detailed engineering phase, culminating in a critical design review (CDR). The CDR will cer…
