Session
Session 10: Year In Review
Abstract
Planet’s Flock 3p is a constellation of 88 Dove Earth observation nanosatellites launched on a single Indian Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV). Commissioning this fleet of satellites is a unique and challenging task that requires significant planning, automation, and operations. At Planet, a small team of operators is charged with shepherding the flock of satellites from initial deployment through full sensor and radiometric calibration.
This paper will discuss the challenges, innovations, and results of Flock 3p commissioning with a focus on on-orbit results, lessons learned, and implementation of an agile aerospace approach to the operation of large constellations.
Presentation
Commissioning the World’s Largest Satellite Constellation
Planet’s Flock 3p is a constellation of 88 Dove Earth observation nanosatellites launched on a single Indian Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV). Commissioning this fleet of satellites is a unique and challenging task that requires significant planning, automation, and operations. At Planet, a small team of operators is charged with shepherding the flock of satellites from initial deployment through full sensor and radiometric calibration.
This paper will discuss the challenges, innovations, and results of Flock 3p commissioning with a focus on on-orbit results, lessons learned, and implementation of an agile aerospace approach to the operation of large constellations.
