Plato completes space-like testing phase
ESA has announced that the PLATO mission has successfully completed tests under space-like conditions at the Large Space Simulator, a key step in verifying performance ahead of its planned 2027 launch. The mission will search for Earth-like planets using 26 high-precision cameras. Active Space Technologies contributed through several engineering and manufacturing elements, including thermal control […]
What role does Coimbra play in the space economy?
Active Space Technologies is featured in a recent article by As Beiras highlighting Coimbra’s role in the growing space economy. The region brings together companies, research centres and new initiatives, supported by a national strategy aligned with ESA. With contributions to more than 30 space missions over the past two decades, Active Space Technologies is […]
Active Space Technologies contribution to ARIEL noted in Observador programme
Active Space Technologies was mentioned in the latest Contra-Corrente episode by Observador, where Pedro Machado highlighted the role of Portuguese companies involved in the programme. The episode was released in the context of Artemis II, with astronauts returning to Earth after orbiting the Moon. Active Space Technologies contributes to ARIEL through the development of the […]
Active Space Technologies contributes to the development of the EPS-Sterna weather constellation
ESA has awarded OHB Sweden the development of the EPS-Sterna weather satellite constellation, building on the Arctic Weather Satellite (AWS). This system will increase the frequency of atmospheric observations, improving weather forecasting. Active Space Technologies is part of the consortium, contributing with platform strut, mechanical components and MGSE, continuing the work carried out on AWS. […]
PLATO mission passes vibration tests with AST contribution
ESA’s PLATO mission has successfully passed its vibration tests, moving closer to its operation phase. The mission will identify and characterize planetary systems, with a focus on rocky planets orbiting Sun-like stars. Active Space Technologies contributed to PLATO through several engineering and manufacturing elements, including the Camera Thermal Control System EGSE, Service Module machined parts, […]
AST contribution to Arctic Weather Satellit supports EPS-Sterna programme
Active Space Technologies contributed to the Arctic Weather Satellite (AWS), the precursor mission to Europe’s next-generation EPS-Sterna polar satellite constellation. AST delivered the flight platform structure (CM, SM and PFM) and the MGSE for the AIT campaign, covering design, manufacturing, integration and support to launch and in-orbit operations. EPS-Sterna has now been approved and is […]