Despite the complexity of the operation, ERMIS-3, an 8U CubeSat developed by the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, has established a link with an optical ground station, marking an important step in validating optical communications on small satellites. The demonstration, supported by the European Space Agency (ESA) and achieved using optical terminals developed by Lithuanian company Astrolight, happened only weeks after the satellite's commissioning.
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CubeSat ERMIS-3 Successfully Establishes Optical Communication Link with Ground Station
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November 2, 2026
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The ERMIS-3 CubeSat, developed by the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and supported by the ESA, successfully established an optical communication link with a ground station. This achievement is significant for advancements in satellite technology, which could have implications for countries like Iran in terms of satellite communications capabilities.
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