Cicada Innovations Blog

New year, new space game-changers

Written by Cristina Ferrer | 22 February 2023

New year, new space game-changers. 

Over the next six months, 6 teams led by coach Tim Parsons will be pushing the boundaries of space technology and supercharging their growth through Space Fast Start. As they work to reach their individual goals, they will be receiving 1-1 coaching, mentorship, and invaluable connections with key players and investors in the space industry.

We are excited to welcome the newest cohort of the Fast Start program! 

 

ANT61

Autonomous robots to empower sustainable development in space

ANT61 is setting a new standard for space exploration by developing and training autonomous robots to perform high-level tasks in space. They use AI-based control systems that enable them to perform various installation tasks and build infrastructures in unpredictable environments where remote control is impossible.  

Founder: Mikhail Asavkin

FuturifAI

Trusted AI capabilities to simplify space mission operations

FuturifAI uses lean, trusted AI to simplify space mission operations, enabling satellite operators to handle more complex missions, make space more sustainable, and deliver more to customers on the ground

Founder: Rasit Abay

 

DENEB Space 

Rendezvous solutions for space exploration

A space mobility company advancing satellite agility by developing revolutionary systems that ensure mission success by leveraging aerospace expertise and a commitment to reliability and accessibility. Deneb Space is developing responsive autonomous rendezvous solutions for multi-domain space exploration.

Founders: Anne Bettens , Zihao Wang, Xueliang Bai

Apogee Shield

Empowering the safety of satellites in space 

Apogee Shield seeks to protect satellites from nefarious activity and contribute to space domain awareness.

Founder: Glen Little 

VXB Aerospace 

Bespoke, efficient and reliable propulsion systems for small satellite platforms

VXB Aerospace is producing leading-edge electric propulsion systems using novel AI powered inverse design methods, state-of-the art simulation, and in-house manufacturing.

Founder: Alexander Ryan

Luminere Systems

Impenetrable quantum enabled technology for space security

 

Luminere systems is integrating game-changing quantum technology based on room temperature single-photons, safeguarding the privacy of Australian space technology. 

Founders: Helen Zeng and Dr. Minh Nguyen


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