Our projects
In more than 15 years of activities, SAB and CTRL have been involved in several projects involving electrical, mechatronic, and mechanical design, thermal and structural analyses of space systems and subsystems, high-precision mechanical integration activities, testing activities, and the manufacturing of flight hardware and ground support equipment.
A6 Sequencer
Photo: Arianespace
Ariane 6 is able to carry over 20 tonnes of satellites into low earth orbit. Our sequencer will allow it to carry as many satellites as needed and separate them exactly when required, increasing launch flexibility to meet the needs of the market.
IOSLAB
Photo: ESA
Space Rider presents an unique opportunity for researchers to send their payloads on a roundtrip to space. IOSLAB is how we make that even easier – interfacing our customers‘ devices with Space Rider and adding all accommodations they need to make the most of their flight.
SSMS
Photo: AVIO
Since 2020 we enable Vega rockets to launch tens of small satellites in a single flight by using our SSMS structure, tailored to the needs of our customers.
PLATO SVM
Photo: ESA
We design, manufacture and test the structure of the service module of PLATO. Set for launch in 2026 as part of ESA Cosmic Vision, it will observe a million stars in search of planets outside the Solar System.
PCTC
Photo: SAB
PLATO uses 26 stargazing cameras tailor-made for the space environment. We provide specialised transport containers to make sure that they are safe and clean while being moved or stored on the ground.
ROSE-L
Photo: Thales Alenia Space
We provide the structure and thermal control system for this next generation European radar mission. ROSE-L will map areas with heavy vegetation, like forests and farms, while also assisting with ice cover monitoring.
Biomission
Photo: ESA
Together with researchers, we implement their experiments for on-board studies on the International Space Station. We provide end-to-end solutions according to their concepts so that the scientists can focus on science.
SLAVIA
Photo: SAB
An ambitious Czech mission involving a large part of our space science and industry, with SAB leading the development. These 2 satellites will demonstrate technologies for future space mining missions, while also providing unique data for scientific study of meteors, planetary defense and commercialization of space resources.
IOSHEX
Photo: SAB
We aim to enable in-orbit services, such as satellite and cargo transport, in-orbit assembly and manufacturing, or even building of large space structures. IOSHEX is how we plan to do it – a modular robotic spacecraft utilizing new technologies to revolutionize how we do space.
Sentinel S1-NG
Photo: SAB
Sentinel 1 remains the backbone of European Earth observation capabilities, providing consistent and weather-independent mapping of the surface. It is now time to build a new generation of Sentinel 1 satellites – and we provide the structure and thermal design for the spacecraft and its radar payload.
LCS4
The Low Cost Separation System is our product for small satellites. Offering state-of-the-art performance at a low cost, it complements SSMS in enabling the European small satellite ecosystem.