Building Low-power Software for Nano-satellites

Explore the challenges and solutions in developing low-power software for nano-satellites in this research seminar presented by Dr. Luca Mottola from Politecnico di Milano. Delve into the world of disconnected operations in space, learning about attitude control, positioning, data management, energy consumption, and communication issues faced by these orbiting devices. Discover the competition between RF and laser technologies, the concept of satellite constellations, and the intricacies of solar panel usage. Gain insights into memory corruption problems, hardware optimization techniques, and the lifespan of nano-satellites. Understand how research in this field can have both immediate and long-term impacts, and learn valuable lessons on crafting enduring system work that transcends contemporary technologies.