Global coverage is provided by a single satellite, as it is in LEO, it orbits around 15 times the earth per day.
Depending on the latency of the information required, your application will need more or fewer satellites.
They are near-Earth orbits, between 400-2,000km from the Earth, and their speed allows them to circle the whole world in around 90 minutes.
FOSSA satellites are in these orbits, about 500-550km away.
The time it takes to deliver the data, that is how often the client obtains the information about their monitored asset. The more satellites we have in orbit, the lower the latency.
Currently we have 13 satellites, and our latency time is 10 hours. In 2024 we will have 80 satellites, which will allow us to have a latency close to real time.
In the case of one satellite, it’s the time that takes the satellite to revisit the same area again. In the case of a constellation of satellites it’s the time that elapses between the time “satellite i” leaves the visibility zone of a point and “satellite i+1” starts to see it
You can use our solution in any industry where you have assets in remote or difficult to access locations that you would like to monitor.
The main industries we work in are Agriculture, Logistics, Construction, Oil & Gas, Livestock, Utilities, and Infrastructure. Depending on how often you need the data (latency) our solution may be a fit. Currently, we have a 10h latency, and this will decrease over time as we reach our 80-satellite deployment in 2024.
At FOSSA, we mainly use LoRa technology, but we are also compatible with other technologies in ground segment such as 5G, 3G, GSM, NB-IoT, etc.
It´s a technology that is characterized for both, its long reach and low power. It´s the technology that today has more IoT devices deployed.
Each packet size capacity is 80 bytes. Each packet is transmitted from a node at a data rate of 300bps.
They are the end-device, which integrates both the sensors and the communications module.
Ground sensors collect data and send it to a satellite when visible. Data is periodically downlinked via our ground stations to the cloud, where it can be accessed through an online dashboard or an integrated API.
FOSSA Systems offers an ecosystem of satellite-connected sensors and concentrator nodes for deployment in different industries.
As we are compatible with existing technologies, you can purchase our nodes, or we can configure your deployed LoRa nodes to communicate with our satellite.
We support UHF ISM band frequencies: 915MHz, 868 MHz and Licensed bands in 400MHz.
It’s the link of communications from the ground (satellite control stations) to the satellite.
It refers to the uplink of communications, from the node to the satellite.
The use of LoRa allows well under 1W of transmission power at the node for two-way communication. A basic directional antenna pointed to the sky such as a trifilar antenna is enough to establish a link. Existing LoRa sensors can connect to our satellite with minor antenna and firmware modifications, reducing deployment costs.
For more specific configuration requirements, you can contact us at contact@fossa.systems
Yes, there is, for more detailed information, you can contact us at contact@fossa.systems
FOSSA´s satellites used to be picosatellites, but nowadays with our continued innovation we are working with nanosatellites.
They are satellites that weigh less than 1kg.
They are satellites that weigh between 1 and 10kg.
Our platforms typically orbit at altitudes between 450 and 550km from Earth in LEO. Other orbits are possible on demand depending on mission requirements.
They are near-Earth orbits, between 400-2,000km from the Earth, and their speed allows them to circle the whole world in around 90 minutes.
The time it takes to deliver the data, that is how often the client obtains the information about their monitored asset. The more satellites we have in orbit, the lower the latency.
Currently we have 13 satellites, and our latency time is 10 hours. In 2024 we will have 80 satellites, which will allow us to have a latency close to real time.
In the case of one satellite, it’s the time that takes the satellite to revisit the same area again. In the case of a constellation of satellites it’s the time that elapses between the time “satellite i” leaves the visibility zone of a point and “satellite i+1” starts to see it.
FOSSA’s satellites have an estimated orbital life of 2-3 years in orbit, after which it deorbits and leaves no space residues. This lifetime will increase, as we are constantly improving our satellite’s capacities.
All satellites are fundamentally controlled from the ground following a schedule of operations, which can be programmed with our cloud-based remote operations software. FOSSA Systems can operate your constellation or train you for in-house operations.
FOSSA Systems is specialized in providing secure and dedicated IoT connectivity using LoRa gateways as a payload on these satellites. Additionally, ad-hoc payloads are also available (ex: hyperspectral monitoring, earth observation, etc.). The customer can, however, also fly its own payload.
Yes, since our first launch in 2019 of the FOSSA Sat-1, we have launched another 12 into orbit, having 13 satellites in total.
We have a refund policy. Optional insurance can be contracted for the launch; however, our primary launcher (Falcon 9) has a success rate of over 98%.
The use of LoRa allows well under 1W of transmission power at the node for two-way communication. A basic directional antenna pointed to the sky such as a trifilar antenna is enough to establish a link. Existing LoRa sensors can connect to our satellite with minor antenna and firmware modifications, reducing deployment costs.
Ground sensors collect data and send it to a satellite when visible. Data is periodically downlinked via our ground stations to the cloud, where it can be accessed through an online dashboard or an integrated API.
FOSSA Systems offers an ecosystem of satellite-connected sensors and concentrator nodes for deployment in different industries.
As we are compatible with existing technologies, you can purchase our nodes, or we can configure your deployed LoRa nodes to communicate with our satellite.
We support UHF ISM band frequencies: 915MHz, 868 MHz, 433MHz, etc.
Global coverage is provided by a single satellite, as it orbits around 15 times the earth per day.
Depending on the latency of the information required, your application will need more or fewer satellites.
All satellites are fundamentally operated from the ground following a schedule of operations, which can be programmed with our cloud-based remote operations software. FOSSA Systems can operate your constellation or train you for in-house operations.
The ongoing costs to run each satellite (if carried out by FOSSA Systems) are determined by the level of control automation used, the number of ground stations necessary, and the number of ground operators. If you want to know more about our operation prices, send us your requirement to contact@fossa.systems
Yes, FOSSA designs and manufactures its own ground station, and can adapt to the customer requirements depending on their needs.
At FOSSA, we mainly use LoRa technology, but we are also compatible with other technologies in ground segment such as 5G, 3G, GSM, NB-IoT, etc.
It´s a technology that is characterized for both, its long reach and low power. It´s the technology that today has more IoT devices deployed.
They are the-end device, which integrates both the sensors and the communications module.
It’s the link of communications from the ground (satellite control stations) to the satellite.
It refers to the uplink of communications, from the node to the satellite.
Also called a concentrator, it’s an electronic device that allows the concentration of the information sent by the deployed devices. In cases where there is a high rate of concentration of devices, it acts as an intermediary between the nodes and the satellite.
Yes, to launch any type of satellite into space, you need to obtain certain licenses and usually file an API with the ITU. Depending on the country where you want to launch, you must comply with one regulation or another.
Our vertically integrated service includes licensing, but if you develop your own platform and do not have the knowledge or experience in how to carry out these procedures, FOSSA Systems can assist in licensing.
Yes, we offer PocketQubes launch.
We need to have your satellite at least 3 months before the launch date.
No, we offer launch brokerage for PocketQubes.
FOSSA Systems S.L., within the framework of the ICEX Next Program, has received support from ICEX and co-financing from the European FEDER fund. The purpose of this support is to contribute to the international development of the company and its environment.
