Connecting the Unconnected: How Astranis is Revolutionizing Satellite Internet

🚀Astranis is using satellites in geostationary equatorial orbit to provide broadband internet access to remote areas.

💼A lack of reliable internet access cuts people off from modern society.

🌍There are 3 to 4 billion people worldwide without reliable access to broadband internet.

💻Satellite internet companies like Starlink use satellites in low Earth orbit, while Astranis is using satellites in geostationary equatorial orbit.

🛰️Astranis' satellites are larger than CubeSats and are about the size of a small refrigerator.

How does Astranis' satellite internet work?

—Astranis uses satellites in geostationary equatorial orbit to provide broadband internet access. These satellites stay in one place in the sky and cover a larger area, reducing the need for complex tracking systems on the ground.

Why is reliable internet access important?

—Reliable internet access is essential in today's connected world. Without it, people are cut off from modern society and miss out on educational, economic, and social opportunities.

How many people lack reliable internet access?

—There are 3 to 4 billion people worldwide who do not have reliable access to broadband internet, including those in the United States.

How is Astranis different from other satellite internet companies?

—Astranis uses satellites in geostationary equatorial orbit, while other companies like Starlink use satellites in low Earth orbit. Geostationary satellites provide broader coverage and do not require complex tracking systems.

What is the size of Astranis' satellites?

—Astranis' satellites are larger than CubeSats and are about the size of a small refrigerator.

00:00Astranis is revolutionizing satellite internet by using satellites in geostationary equatorial orbit.

00:52Satellite internet provides broadband access to remote areas where traditional connections are not feasible.

07:26Geostationary satellites stay in one place in the sky, reducing the need for complex tracking systems on the ground.

09:28Astranis aims to launch 24 satellites per year to provide broadband coverage in remote locations.

11:27Satellite connections are not suitable for low-latency applications like gaming.