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Space Flight Laboratory Celebrates 25 Years of Developing Smaller Satellites that Outperform Expectation

70 Operationally Successful Smaller Satellites

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Space Flight Laboratory (SFL), a developer of comprehensive microspace missions, is celebrating 25 years of building smaller satellites that provide big returns for commercial, government, and research clients. Established in 1998, SFL has built 70 operationally successful satellites recording 270 years in orbit for dozens of distinct microspace missions.

SFL will discuss its 25 years of microspace achievements this month at the International Astronautical Congress, InterGEO 2023, and Satellite Innovation 2023 at Silicon Valley Space Week.

“For 25 years, SFL has focused on developing quality smaller satellites that achieve high levels of performance at price points affordable for customers in all sectors,” said SFL Director, Dr. Robert E. Zee. “By adhering to rigorous microspace development practices, we have stood the test of time, becoming a leading innovator of small satellites and cutting-edge technologies.”

This year alone, the Toronto-based small satellite developer has seen 13 of its satellites launched and deployed, with another 26 satellites under development or awaiting launch. SFL’s record of accomplishments includes developing microspace missions for applications related to Earth observation, atmospheric monitoring, ship tracking, telecommunications, radio frequency (RF) geolocation, and space astronomy.

“At SFL, we have built our reputation on developing smaller satellites that not only work the first time but exceed expectations both in terms of operational performance and lifespan,” said Zee.

Pushing the envelope of what smaller satellites can accomplish, SFL has achieved microspace breakthroughs in space technology miniaturization including advanced attitude control for precise sensor pointing, drag sail deorbiting, autonomous formation flight, modular power systems, and custom deployables (e.g., antennas, solar panels, instrument shutters and doors) for small spacecraft. 

Notable SFL missions include the following:

SFL offers a complete suite of nano-, micro- and small satellites – including high-performance, low-cost CubeSats – that satisfy the needs of a broad range of mission types from 3 to 500 kilograms. For a comprehensive list of SFL high-performance satellite platforms, please visit https://www.utias-sfl.net/satellite-platforms/overview/.

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