Sidus Marks Key Progress in AI sat tech ahead of LizzieSat-1 launch

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Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 10, 2024

As Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU) gears up for the launch of its ambitious satellite constellation, the company has announced achieving several critical milestones in both Artificial Intelligence (AI) and hardware, setting the stage for the March 2024 launch of LizzieSat-1. This satellite is poised to be a part of the SpaceX Transporter-10 mission, slated to take off from the Vandenberg Space Force

Sidus Marks Key Progress in AI sat tech ahead of LizzieSat-1 launch
by Simon Mansfield
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jan 10, 2024

As Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU) gears up for the launch of its ambitious satellite constellation, the company has announced achieving several critical milestones in both Artificial Intelligence (AI) and hardware, setting the stage for the March 2024 launch of LizzieSat-1. This satellite is poised to be a part of the SpaceX Transporter-10 mission, slated to take off from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, marking a significant step in the company's space endeavors.

Sidus Space's recent accomplishments include the delivery of an engineering unit tailored for methane detection-a crucial aspect of environmental monitoring from space. Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, has been a focal point of global climate change studies, and the ability to detect and monitor its levels from space is a significant advancement. This aligns with the growing emphasis on utilizing space technology for Earth observation and environmental management.

Additionally, Sidus Space has successfully completed day-in-the-life testing for its hardware components, a vital step in ensuring the durability and functionality of the technology in the harsh conditions of space. This testing is critical to validate the performance and reliability of the hardware under the extreme temperatures, vacuum, and radiation conditions experienced outside of Earth's atmosphere.

The company has also made strides in AI technology, launching a beta-version vessel detection platform. This development highlights Sidus Space's commitment to integrating cutting-edge AI into its satellite technology, enhancing capabilities in areas such as data processing and analysis.

Jeremy Allam, Vice President of AI Products at Sidus Space, stated, "These milestones underscore our dedication to cutting-edge AI technology solutions that reshape possibilities in the ever-evolving space technology landscape. We align our services with the dynamic needs of a changing space economy and aim to capitalize on high-margin revenue growth."

Another notable achievement for Sidus Space is the successful completion of a Critical Design Review for hardware under a NASA Phase 2 Sequential award. This review process is a testament to the company's experienced adherence to and understanding of NASA's stringent standards, a crucial aspect of developing technology for space applications. The Phase 2 Sequential Awards, part of NASA's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, support the development of innovative technologies that could benefit both NASA's missions and the broader American economy.

Looking forward, Sidus Space plans to continue its momentum by delivering FeatherBox flight units to support further methane detection. Additionally, they aim to deliver more engineering units for continued testing under the NASA Phase 2 Sequential Award and conduct essential ground testing of pre-processing algorithms for Near-Infrared (NIR) and Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) sensors. These sensors are integral to a variety of space-based applications, including Earth observation and resource management.