ESWW2024 Space Weather Fair

IDEAS – Advancing Radiation Detection for Space and Beyond Since 1992, IDEAS has been a leader in integrated circuit design for radiation detection and imaging. Our solutions are trusted in some of the most demanding environments, from deep space to challenging terrestrial applications. At IDEAS, we provide high-performance, radiation-hardened, low-noise integrated circuits used in diverse missions worldwide. Introducing NORM: The Norwegian Radiation Monitor for Space Radiation Measurement: IDEAS is proud to present NORM, the Norwegian Radiation Monitor, designed to measure energetic charged particle radiation in space. Monitoring “Space Weather” — the interaction of solar particles with Earth’s magnetic field and radiation belts — is crucial for the safety and reliability of satellites and all human activity in space. Space weather events, such as solar storms, not only affect satellites but also impact life on Earth, potentially disrupting radio communications, damaging electronics, and affecting the electrical grid on the ground. First Mission: The Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission (ASBM) NORM has been deployed for the first time on the Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission (ASBM), a pair of satellites providing broadband coverage over the Arctic, operated by Space Norway. These satellites will orbit in a highly elliptical three-point apogee orbit (HEO-TAP), moving through various radiation zones and providing NORM with unique opportunities to validate and improve current radiation models. The data gathered will contribute to the development of the European Union’s next-generation Galileo navigation satellites. Versatile and Adaptable Design NORM is engineered to be easily integrated into various satellite missions, with flexible features such as communication interface, power supply, and radiation hardness tailored to the needs of each specific satellite in GEO, LEO, or HEO orbits. A Legacy of Excellence in Space Missions Beyond NORM, IDEAS has supplied radiation-hardened circuits and instrumentation for numerous space missions, including: SWIFT (2004) – Burst Alert Telescope gamma-ray spectrometer AMS (1997/2011) – Charged particle tracker and Cherenkov detector BepiColombo (2018) – Radiation monitoring on a planetary exploration mission JUICE (2023) – RADiation hard Electron Monitor ASBM (2023) – NORM deployment on broadband communication satellites IDEAS’ heritage in high-energy detection, from keV to several tens of TeV, underscores our commitment to supporting space exploration, radiation monitoring, and resilience in the face of the unknown. Visit our booth to learn how IDEAS and NORM are pushing the boundaries of space weather research and radiation detection, helping to safeguard satellites, infrastructure, and our understanding of the cosmos. CENSSS – Pioneering Space Sensors and Systems for Earth and Beyond: The Centre for Space Sensors and Systems (CENSSS) at the University of Oslo is a Norwegian center for research-driven innovation focused on advancing space technologies for Earth Observation and Space Exploration. As the New-Space movement gains momentum with its vision of deploying numerous small, low-cost satellites, CENSSS addresses the science, technology, and business opportunities that this shift brings. Our research is aimed at empowering smaller nations with tailored, accessible space capabilities, while supporting the global push towards deeper space exploration, including establishing a human base on the Moon and the exploration of Mars. Advancing New-Space Technologies and Innovations CENSSS drives innovation through research in sensors and sensor systems and the integration, operation, and exploitation of New-Space satellite systems. We are dedicated to developing cutting-edge sensor technology for small Earth Observation satellites, as well as innovative sensors for planetary resource mapping and exploration. Key CENSSS initiatives include: New-Space Sensors – Developing advanced sensors for national New-Space capabilities, from early concepts to flight-ready instruments, enabling Norway to expand its role in satellite technology and space exploration. New-Space Demonstrator – CENSSS partners, including IDEAS, FFI, KSAT, and NEO, are actively working on payloads and operating small Earth-orbiting satellites. The most promising payloads will be selected, modeled, designed, integrated, launched, and operated on a Norwegian-built New-Space satellite. New-Space Services – Leveraging data from current and upcoming satellites to create new models, applications, and services for diverse Earth Observation needs. RIMFAX Science Operation Center – Developing tools to operate geophysical instruments on planetary rovers, with applications for resource mapping on the Moon and Mars. These tools will eventually be applied to small New-Space satellites in Earth orbit. Planetary Resource Mapping Instruments – CENSSS is working to develop the next generation of water mapping instruments for planetary exploration, using techniques such as neutron detection, electromagnetic induction spectrometry, ground-penetrating radar, and gamma-ray spectrometry. These instruments are being developed with flight readiness in mind, pushing the frontiers of planetary resource detection. Stop by our booth to learn how CENSSS is shaping the future of space research, technology, and exploration, from innovative sensors for Earth Observation to cutting-edge instrumentation for planetary missions to the Moon and Mars.