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Briefing: Starcloud files plans for 88,000-satellite constellation
Strategic angle: An orbital data center startup is seeking approval from the Federal Communications Commission for a constellation of as many as 88,000 satellites.
editorial-staff
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Updated 27 days ago
Starcloud has submitted a proposal to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for a constellation that could consist of as many as 88,000 satellites. This ambitious plan aims to establish an orbital data center infrastructure.
The proposed constellation is expected to significantly impact satellite communications and data processing, potentially increasing throughput and capacity for various applications.
As the FCC reviews the proposal, considerations will include the technical feasibility, orbital dynamics, and potential interference with existing satellite networks.