Astronomy and Space

ArkEdge Space

ArkEdge Space is a spaceflight company focusing on the development and operation of small satellites. The company manufactures CubeSats and microsatellites for both government and private customers. ArkEdge Space plans to operate several satellite constellations, including one consisting of VHF Data Exchange System (VDES) satelllites. The company has ties to the University of Tokyo Intelligent Space Systems Laboratory, which developed the XI-IV satellite. XI-IV was launched on 30 June 2003, becoming the world's first CubeSat to successfully function in orbit.

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• ▸Eta Ceti
• ▸Bill Carrothers
• ▸Batteries in space

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