{"id":21128,"date":"2026-10-11T12:09:24","date_gmt":"2026-10-11T12:09:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.theck1.no\/?p=21128"},"modified":"2026-10-11T12:09:24","modified_gmt":"2026-10-11T12:09:24","slug":"star-catcher-is-about-to-beam-power-between-two-satellites-for-the-first-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.theck1.no\/?p=21128","title":{"rendered":"Star Catcher Is About to Beam Power Between Two Satellites for the First Time"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Singularity Hub • Edd Gent • October 1, 2026<\/strong><\/div>\n\n

Florida startup Star Catcher is testing a system to beam power between satellites using lasers. The company aims to create an orbital power grid to solve energy shortages for future space factories and data centers. Satellites usually rely on solar panels, but strict weight limits make it difficult to carry enough hardware for power-hungry tasks like artificial intelligence. Star Catcher’s "power nodes" use lenses to concentrate sunlight into laser beams that can be directed at other spacecraft.<\/p>\n

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The technology converts light into wavelengths optimized for transmission and reception by standard solar panels. The company claims this method could generate up to 10 times more power than direct sunlight without requiring new hardware modifications. This approach might extend the life of older satellites with degraded batteries while allowing manufacturers to allocate more space for other equipment on new missions.<\/p>\n

A satellite named Protostar launched today to test the full system in orbit, beaming energy to a companion cubesat. Andrew Rush, Star Catcher’s CEO, stated that activating an orbital power grid is closer than most realize. While the company previously tested its technology on the ground and with software, this mission represents the first complete space demonstration. Researchers note that challenges remain regarding precise tracking, heat management, and equipment durability in the harsh space environment.<\/p>\n

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Source:<\/strong> Singularity Hub • Edd Gent • October 1, 2026<\/p>\n

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AI-rewritten: This is a summary of an article from Singularity Hub, rewritten by AI (Qwen, running locally) to make it easier to read. The facts come from the original article – read it for the full story. Singularity Hub • Edd Gent • October 1, 2026 Florida startup Star Catcher is testing a system to<\/p>\n

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