Solar MEMS at the service of renewable energy
Our environment needs to be protected and technology can make huge contributions in many sectors, such as renewable energy, in the fight against climate change and global warming. At Solar MEMS we have applied all the know-how accumulated through years of experience...
The first Solar MEMS Star Tracker will soon be in orbit on an ESA satellite
Solar MEMS is about to achieve another landmark by putting the first Star Tracker sensor into orbit in a satellite of the European Space Agency (ESA) called STNS. It is another project that the company has invested a great deal of time and work in, combining the...
Space-based solar power, a solution with potential
Climate change is one of greatest challenges facing humanity and energy resources are one of the most important factors to bear in mind for the creation of a sustainable world. One potential solution could be space-based solar energy. Of all the sources of energy for...
Working with “the most powerful force in our tiny part of the Universe”
The cutting-edge technology that Solar MEMS´applies to its high-precision solar sensors is widely used in space by the main international organizations in the sector, such as the European Space Agency. These remarkable achievements were only made possible by relying...
500 nanoSSOC-D60 are present in various nanosatellites constellations
Our two-axes and low cost sun sensor is called Nano Sun Sensor (NanoSSOC). It is a great option for high accurate sun-tracking, pointing and attitude determination. There are already 500 of them present in various nanosatellites constellations in just two years. The...
Full Guide: Solar sensors for satellites
When you think of satellites you may have in mind its structure, the technical team behind and also their purpose. However, you may forget about the impact the sun has on them. Nowadays the sun is an essential part of any space and other high technology projects. So,...
Using Solar Sensors for NewSpace projects
We are always open to innovation in the space industry with the use of new technologies. Bringing the space closer to the global community and accelerating innovation is not an easy task. That’s why we created Solar MEMS and discovered our passion: solar sensors. We...
Bringing Space Closer with Tamara Guerrero
Solar MEMS is world-renowned because we built the smallest and most accurate solar sensors in regards to space equipment. We are specialized in Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS) technologies applied to high-precision solar sensors for space - and other high-tech...
Predictions about the future of Newspace
The future of NewSpace industry is going to undergo changes in the coming months, the current pandemic will influence the future of the space market but it’s still too early to say how great the impact will be. There are going to be huge changes especially in...
ONEWEB FIRST LAUNCH
Solar MEMS was invited to join the launching event of the first units of OneWeb Satellites. Our team is proud and happy of being part, as sun sensors suppliers, of this amazing milestone!
ii Congress of space engineering
Solar MEMS participates as Silver Sponsor in the “II Congreso Ingeniería Aeroespacial”. It takes place in Madrid, Spain, during November 22nd, 23rd and 24th. If you want to discuss with us, our Business Development Manager (Tamara Guerrero) and our General Manager...
The Hannover Messe industrial fair
From 24th to 28th April in Hannover, Germany, Solar MEMS joined the Hannover Messe industrial fair.
Presentation of our solar sensor technology in Canada and US
Last March (22nd – 29th) Solar MEMS Technologies was part of the Commercial Mission organized by Extenda. Three days of mission in Canada and other three days in the US.