The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological university with a significant presence in the space industry, particularly through its Strathclyde Space Institute. It functions as a research and development hub, focusing on space systems engineering, space robotics, satellite applications, and access to space. The university collaborates with industry partners and organizations like the UK Space Agency and ESA on projects involving small satellite technology, space safety, AI for space sustainability, and the development of software and algorithms for satellite constellations. Key facilities include the Advanced Space Concepts Laboratory, the Space Mechatronic Systems Technology Laboratory (SMeSTech), and the Strathclyde Radiation Testing Facility (SCAPA).
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The University of Strathclyde received £250,000 to develop a technique combining hyperspectral technology with machine learning to determine movement of space objects for active debris removal operations.
The xSPANCION project is structured as a Public Private Partnership involving AAC Clyde Space, Bright Ascension, the University of Strathclyde, D-Orbit UK, Alden Legal UK, the Satellite Applications Catapult, the UK Space Agency, and the European Space Agency.
The AGS-led consortium includes 14 organizations, including the University of Strathclyde and air traffic control provider NATS.
AAC Clyde Space will partner with the University of Strathclyde, the Satellite Applications Catapult, Bright Ascension, and D-Orbit UK to design and launch the 10 satellites.