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OPS-SAT VOLT (Versatile Optical Laboratory for Telecommunications)

Craft Prospect
2023-2025
European Space Agency

Purpose:

OPS-SAT VOLT is a mission led by Craft Prospect Limited (CPL) in partnership with ESA, focused on demonstrating advanced optical and quantum communication technologies in space. The mission, as part of ESA's ScyLight programme, tests Quantum Key Distribution and AI-driven software for autonomous satellite operations in a Low Earth Orbit environment, supporting ESA’s Telecom Directorate in evaluating novel techniques for secure and resilient space communications. The planned launch year for the mission is 2026.

KP Labs' Contribution:

  • KP Labs delivers the Leopard Data Processing Unit (DPU) into OPS-SAT, offering a high performance onboard computing solution.
  • Leopard DPU is a platform for real-time validation of AI algorithms, allowing researchers to test performance in the unique conditions of space.
  • It enables external users to conduct in-orbit testing without deploying dedicated satellite hardware.
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