In a bid to accommodate all types of CubeSats, including those surpassing standard dimensions, the EXOpod Nova is designed for versatility. Exolaunch Mission Manager, Nadine Smolka, highlights the company’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of satellite designs, stating, “We aim to revolutionise the industry and make it easier for our customers to explore the limits of their satellite designs.”

Ariane 6 will fly with the EXOpod Nova’s 16 unit version in a three-door ‘S3’ configuration, allowing ample room for four satellites to be positioned. The deployer is intuitive and user-friendly, by design. The EXOpod Nova doors open in response to a signal sent from the Ariane 6 launcher, followed by the push mechanism that releases the satellites into their orbits.