What is Apolink's IPoS-TDsM mission?

IPoS-TDsM is Apolink's first relay cubesat mission, set to launch in 2026, designed to demonstrate receiving and forwarding signals from other LEO spacecraft.

When will Apolink's satellite constellation launch?

Apolink's initial cubesat is planned for launch in the second quarter of 2026, with a larger constellation to follow.

Who is building the radio frequency subsystem for Apolink?

GomSpace is building the radio frequency subsystem for Apolink's first relay cubesat.

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Apolink Taps GomSpace for LEO Relay Satellite

15 Dec

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Summary

Apolink's first relay cubesat launches on SpaceX in Q2 2026.
The satellite will demonstrate receiving signals from other LEO spacecraft.
Apolink secured $4.3 million in seed funding for its project.

Apolink Taps GomSpace for LEO Relay Satellite

Apolink, a startup based in Palo Alto, has partnered with GomSpace to develop the critical radio frequency subsystem for its initial relay cubesat. This 3U satellite, named IPoS-TDsM, is targeted for a SpaceX Transporter-17 rideshare launch in the second quarter of 2026. The mission will demonstrate the capability to receive signals directly from other low Earth orbit (LEO) spacecraft and relay them to ground stations, a crucial step in reducing satellite reliance on terrestrial infrastructure.

The IPoS-TDsM mission aims to validate receive-only S-band relay capabilities, enabling existing satellites to transmit telemetry packets in real time using their current equipment. This foundational work sets the stage for a planned 32-satellite constellation. These future spacecraft will support more persistent connectivity and eventually incorporate optical links to further improve data transmission performance for LEO assets.