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Hello, tech lovers! Today we’re diving into an exciting satellite upgrade that could revolutionize how we stay connected worldwide.
Hubble Network, based in Seattle, is enhancing its satellite-powered Bluetooth system. Their goal? To make a seamless Bluetooth layer orbiting our planet! The company developed a new phased-array receiver, which will be installed on two giant satellites called MuSat XL by Muon Space, launching in 2027.
This new hardware promises a 12-hour global revisit time and can detect Bluetooth Low Energy signals with 30 times less power than current tech. If successful, this could mean longer battery life for tracking devices and sensors everywhere on Earth. These satellites will support Hubble’s BLE Finding Network, key for logistics, infrastructure, and defense sectors.
Hubble made history in 2024 by connecting Bluetooth directly to a satellite. Customers won’t need special hardware—just a firmware update on their devices to connect. This space-based network offers broad global visibility, especially in remote zones, simplifying asset tracking without extra infrastructure. Currently, Hubble has seven satellites in orbit and plans to reach 60 by 2028. They aim to upgrade their entire fleet to larger, more powerful platforms, boosting performance long-term.
The partnership with Muon Space is crucial because Muon’s capacity to produce satellites rapidly supports Hubble’s aggressive timeline. Muon’s production facility in San Jose will produce over 500 satellites annually by 2027, with the MuSat XL platform tailored for high power and real-time communications, vital for defense missions and space programs like SDA’s missile defense system.
Muon’s business model — space-as-a-service — allows companies like Hubble to focus on their core software, while Muon handles satellite manufacturing and operations. This streamlined approach could open many doors for satellite-based services in various industries.
