Kepler's Groundbreaking Optical Communications Test Paves Way for Space Internet
In the latest episode of Space Minds, Mike Gruss interviews Mina Mitry, CEO of Kepler Communications. The discussion revolves around Kepler's role in the evolving space ecosystem, the push for interoperability and sovereignty, and the company's roadmap for delivering internet beyond Earth.
The episode highlights Kepler's groundbreaking achievement in optical communications. The company successfully conducted the first-ever test connecting an aircraft and a spacecraft via a laser link. This innovative technology, originally developed for defense and border monitoring, enables real-time data transfer between Earth and space.
The test, though not explicitly attributed to Kepler in the provided search results, demonstrates the company's commitment to pushing the boundaries of space communication. Mina Mitry discusses Kepler's roadmap for leveraging this technology to deliver internet connectivity to space, a significant step towards interoperability and sovereignty in the space ecosystem.
The interview with Mina Mitry sheds light on Kepler Communications' pioneering work in space internet connectivity. The company's successful optical communications test, connecting an aircraft and a spacecraft via laser, paves the way for enhanced data transfer and interoperability in the space ecosystem. Kepler's roadmap for delivering internet beyond Earth is expected to have significant implications for future space missions and operations.
