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M-IND Electric Propulsion Interoperability Workshop

M-IND (Mid-size satellite INDustrialisation) aims to expand production capacity for mid-size LEO satellites, reducing costs and lead time for innovative LEO constellation missions.

M-IND focuses on:

  • LEO constellations for secure communications, resilient navigation, and frequent Earth observation
  • Mid-size satellites (100–500 kg, 200–2000 W) to be deployed at 300–1200 km altitude from 2028; electric propulsion may target satellites up to 750 or 1200 kg
  • Adapting recurring platform sub-systems (e.g., avionics, propulsion) for mass production and interoperability
  • Supporting a range of applications with a payload-agnostic, common-interface approach
  • Integrating institutional (ESA, EC, National) and commercial methodologies
01of April 2026
1 day
DURATION
09:00start

Status: scheduled

Pre-registation: requested

Who can attend: registered

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