What is Small Satellite?

A Small Satellite (SmallSat) is an artificial Earth-orbiting spacecraft with a mass below traditional communications and observation satellites, typically categorized into classes under 500 kilograms for standardized design, launch, and mission planning. Expanded Explanation 1. Technical Function and Core Characteristics A SmallSat is an artificial satellite with a mass in the lower range of contemporary spacecraft, often defined as below 500 kilograms and subdivided into minisatellites,

How widely is Small Satellite used?

11 organizations in our directory are tagged Small Satellite, referenced across 2 articles.

What is Small Satellite most closely associated with?

Small Satellite is most closely associated with LEO Constellation and Space.

Small Satellite (SmallSat)

Last updated August 24, 2026

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NewsArticle Lockheed Martin secures tracking layer contract from Space Development Agency NewsArticle SEALSQ and WISeKey partner with Swiss Armed Forces on satellite communications

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Articles mentioning this entity 2 Organizations tagged 11 Organizations Americatel, BrawBand, COMSAT Philippines, Consumer Telecom, Inc., Cyber Broadband, Dish TV, Fastspeed, Online.nl, Race Communications, Rocket Fibre, XS4ALL Related terms Related terms (co-occurring topics)

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