SHIELD
Inspect and resolve anomalies on demand
SHIELD is an upgrade that allows satellite operators to deploy scouting units to inspect potential threats at close range.
How it works
Scouting units
When SHIELD detects an anomaly, the satellite operator can deploy a scouting unit from the base station. The independently operated scout can gather intelligence at close range, providing better resolution.
Base station
The SHIELD base station can be installed on any satellite - even unprepared satellites. The base station is designed for in-space servicing and compatible with multiple robotic servicers.
What you can do
SHIELD | INTEL | INSPECT | RESPONSE
01: Tactically responsive
Rapid transit within the GEO belt to perform close-proximity inspection of resident space objects.
02: Defensive space operations
Maneuver and position scouts to identify, characterize, and deter threats.
03: Gather intelligence
Inspect at close range and capture images of your satellite or nearby objects.
Deployment
Fast and flexible
With tactically responsive operations becoming the standard, how you deploy an upgrade is just as important as how you build it. That's why we've optimized both our technology and our business model to provide fast, flexible access to upgrades across different orbits.
Staged on OTVs
Access Katalyst upgrades when you need them via ESPAStar, Vigoride OTV, or other Orbital Transfer Vehicles.
Post launch retrofits
Katalyst upgrades can be installed in space by multiple robotic servicers.
Pre launch installation
Katalyst upgrades can be installed on high value assets (HVA) before they are launched.
Attachment systems for upgrading unprepared satellites
Should manufacturers prepare satellites for attachments first? Or should they wait for plug and play interfaces? With Katalyst's retrofit attachment system, even unprepared satellites can become a platform for upgrades.
Structural Clamping System
Utilizes Launch Adaptor Ring for secure attachment
Compatible with robotic services
Compatible with unprepared client spacecraft
“Universal” Attachment System
Future prepared interfaces on host vehicles
Power, data, communications sharing with upgrades
Increased performance and ease of integration
The future of upgrades in space
By 2028, Katalyst will offer a network of distributed and autonomous spacecraft modules that will be fully reconfigurable across LEO, GEO, and Lunar domains.
Retrofit unprepared satellites
Plug and play compatible retrofits
Self installing (autonomous last mile delivery)
