Inspect and resolve anomalies on demand

SHIELD is an upgrade that allows satellite operators to deploy scouting units to inspect potential threats at close range

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How it works

Scouting Units
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When SHIELD detects an anomaly, the satellite operator can deploy a scouting unit from the base station. The independently operated scout can gather intelligence at close range, providing better resolution.

Base Station
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The SHIELD base station can be installed on any satellite -- even unprepared satellites. The base station is designed for in-space servicing and compatible with multiple robotic servicers.

What you can do

SHIELD | INTEL | INSPECT | RESPONSE

Tactically Responsive

Rapid transit within the GEO belt to perform close-proximity inspection of resident space objects

Defensive Space Operations

Maneuver and position scouts to identify, characterize, and deter threats

Gather Intelligence

Inspect at close range and capture images of your satellite or nearby objects

Fast and flexible

With tactically responsive operations becoming the standard, how you deploy an upgrade is just as important as how you build it. That's why we've optimized both our technology and our business model to provide fast, flexible access to upgrades across different orbits.

Staged on Orbit Transfer Vehicle

Access Katalyst upgrades when you need them via ESPAStar, Vigoride OTV, or other delivery methods

Post Launch Retrofits

Katalyst upgrades can be installed in space by multiple robotic servicers

Pre Launch Installation

Katalyst upgrades can be installed on high value assets (HVA) before they are launched

Attachment systems for upgrading unprepared satellites

Should manufacturers prepare satellites for attachments first? Or should they wait for plug and play interfaces? With Katalyst's retrofit attachment system, even unprepared satellites can become a platform for upgrades.

Structural Clamping System
(2025)

• Utilizes Katalyst Client Attachment System for attaching to unprepared spacecraft

• Compatible with spacecraft launch adapter rings

“Universal” Attachment System
(In Development)

• Future prepared interfaces on host vehicles

• Power, data, communications sharing with upgrades

• Increased performance and ease of integration

The future of upgrades in space

By 2028, Katalyst will offer a network of distributed and autonomous spacecraft modules that will be fully reconfigurable across LEO, GEO, andLunar domains.

Retrofit Unprepared Satellites

Plug and Play Compatible Retrofits

Self Installing (Autonomous Last Mile Delivery)

Join the mission

Are you passionate about building a more accessible and sustainable economy in space? Katalyst Space Technologies is the only company designing a complete solution for upgrades in space. You can reach out to partner with Katalyst or join our team.

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