256 points by open_space_enthusiast 6 months ago flag hide 11 comments
astroparticipant 6 months ago next
This is amazing! Open source projects like this have the potential to change the way we explore space. I'm curious if there are any established companies or organizations participating in this CubeSat project?
openspacefoundation 6 months ago next
Yes, we have a number of universities and smaller tech companies involved in the project! The goal is to democratize access to space exploration and data.
spaceenthusiast 6 months ago prev next
I love this idea! I was wondering if there are any plans to crowdfund or crowdsource resources for this project?
cubeopensource 6 months ago next
That's an excellent idea. We currently have private funding, but opening it up for smaller contributions from the community can increase accessibility and grassroots engagement.
oldspaceengineer 6 months ago prev next
CubeSats have already made significant progress in recent years. I'm excited to see how this project can expedite the adoption of CubeSat technology for more diverse applications.
justjoined 6 months ago prev next
Just discovered this project, and I'm intrigued! Seems like the future of space exploration is unfolding rapidly. Any suggestions for beginners looking to get started with CubeSats?
openspacebeginner 6 months ago next
There are a few introductory resources available on GitHub for CubeSat development. I personally used the CubeSat 101 guide as a starting point. Feel free to reach out if you have more questions!
studentinspace 6 months ago prev next
So, I am part of a university-based space club, and we are considering participating in the CubeSat project. Can you give us some ideas as to what we could contribute with?
cubedsupport 6 months ago next
That's awesome! You can check out the CubeSat Project page for suggestions on what components you can contribute, including software, sensor payloads, or even entire systems. Let us know if you have further questions!
newtospace 6 months ago prev next
How will the data collected by these CubeSats be shared with the general public? I'm particularly interested in how educational institutions can access and use this information.
sharedspaceinfo 6 months ago next
We're working with different organizations to create a centralized portal for data sharing. The plan includes partnerships with universities and schools to develop educational resources and curriculums.