Partners - EROSS SC

Thales Alenia Space

Drawing on over 40 years of experience and a unique combination of skills, expertise and cultures, Thales Alenia Space delivers cost-effective solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures. Governments and private industry alike count on Thales Alenia Space to design satellite-based systems that provide anytime, anywhere connections and positioning, monitor our planet, enhance management of its resources, and explore our Solar System and beyond.

Thales Alenia Space sees space as a new horizon, helping to build a better, more sustainable life on Earth. A joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space also teams up with Telespazio to form the parent companies’ Space Alliance, which offers a complete range of services.

Thales Alenia Space posted consolidated revenues of approximately 2.2 billion euros in 2022 and has around 8,500 employees in 17 sites in 10 countries across Europe and a plant in the USA.

https://www.thalesaleniaspace.com/en

Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt

The German Aerospace Center, DLR, is the national aeronautics and space research Centre of Germany, as well as its space agency, and has approximately 10000 employees at 34 locations. DLR’s extensive research and development work in aeronautics, space, energy, transport and security is integrated into national and international cooperative ventures.

The Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics (RM) is located in Oberpfaffenhofen and currently employs about 200 engineers and scientists. RM is the central part of the Robotics and Mechatronics Center (RMC), a cluster for research and development in the areas of robotics, mechatronics, control and optical systems. The core competence of RMC is the design and realization of complex intelligent mechatronic concepts and systems, human-machine interfaces, as well as interdisciplinary virtual design, and computer-aided optimization and simulation.

In EROSS, DLR is responsible for the specification and technical management of the robotic sub-system, and leads the demonstration of various manipulation tasks using the robotic arm CAESAR (Compliant Assistance and Exploration SpAce Robot) developed at DLR

https://www.dlr.de/rm/en

GMV Innovating Solutions

Established in 1984, GMV Innovating Solutions is a private capital technology business group with an international presence in more than 10 countries and 2300 employes.

At GMV, we provide space agencies, satellite operators, and clients in the space sector from around the world the best high-tech solutions to meet your needs and obtain excellent results.

We have consolidated ourselves as a proactive and reliable partner, offering applications and complex hardware and critical software solutions and services to overcome the challenges faced by the space sector.

We design ground and flight systems for a wide variety of space missions that provide positioning, navigation, communication, security, science, exploration, and weather information.

The company is a recognised European leader in the development of space GNC and robotics technologies, and particularly in ground validation of those technologies.

In EROSS, GMV contributes to support the integration of the building blocks from previous call, i.e. ESROCOS (OG1), ERGO (OG2). GMV defines the Platform Image Processing for long and short range to provide processed measurements to Platform Navigation function, defines the Platform Guidance function, reviews ESA ASSIST design as docking and refuelling interface device and support the orbital rendezvous testing activities in GMV Platform-art©.

https://www.gmv.com

Piap Space

PIAP Space is a spin-off company for space sector activities, set up by PIAP Institute who is an active global market player offering industrial and counter-terrorism robotics solutions. Our team has conducted space projects for almost 10 years. We are focused in developing competences and technologies in areas like: Mechanical Ground Support Equipments, Mechanics and Robotic Manipulators & End-Effectors for On Orbit Satellite Servicing.

In the EROSS project PIAP Space is responsible for contact sensors and force/torque sensors development, as well for mechanical configuration & housing. PIAP Space also develops the gripper and the end-effector for EROSS project.

https://piap.space

Sintef

SINTEF is Scandinavia's largest independent research organisation and is a nonprofit research foundation. It employs 2100 people most of whom are located in Trondheim and Oslo (Norway). More than 90% of its annual turnover derives from contract research for industry and the public sector in Norway and internationally, and it receives minimal state funding (around 6%). SINTEF is multidisciplinary, with international top-level expertise in a wide range of technological and scientific disciplines, medicine and the social sciences. The company vision is "technology for a better society", and it is an important aspect of its societal role to contribute to the creation of more jobs. It acts as an incubator, commercializing technologies through the establishment of new companies. The fully owned legal entity SINTEF AS by its institute SINTEF Digital, represents SINTEF in the consortium with the Department of Smart Sensor Systems and the Department of Mathematics and Cybernetics.

SINTEF’s role in EROSS will be to maintain and further develop the sensor suite software of I3DS and prepare it for the route to space by participating to the hardware design and implementation with I3DS integration. SINTEF is also responsible of the overall EROSS Software.

https://www.sintef.no

Tipik

Established in Brussels in 1988, Tipik stands as one of the most experienced and productive communication agencies for the European Union, as well as government and private sector clients. With a track record spanning over three decades, Tipik offers a comprehensive range of communication services, from specialised expertise to managing large-scale European projects. Our approach embraces the broader context of policy, employing a cross-cutting, multi-dimensional strategy that resonates with Tipik's diverse clientele.

As a subsidiary of the globally renowned Sword Group, boasting over 2,000 staff members in 50 countries and an annual revenue exceeding €200 million, Tipik ensures unrivalled communication solutions.

http://www.tipik.eu

Sener

Sener is a leading engineering and technology group founded in 1956 in Spain. With a global presence in more than 20 countries and over 3,000 employees, Sener provides innovative solutions in the aerospace, infrastructure and transport, power and process, and marine sectors. The company is renowned for its commitment to technological excellence and its ability to tackle complex challenges in a variety of industries. Sener's cutting-edge technologies and services have earned the company a reputation as a trusted partner for both private and public clients around the world.

At Aerospace & Defence, Sener is a pioneer engineering company in the design of satellite technology and equipment for space exploration. Sener has worked for decades with the main space agencies in the world – ESA, NASA, JAXA – and major companies in the sector. Always with the highest level of reliability, we are proud of our experience and we are excited about what remains to be done.

In EROSS, Sener is responsible to provide SIROM Standard Interface as ORU interface to link the robotic arm, tools, servicer and client and SIROM Standard Interconnect as refueling interface to demonstrate connection, docking and fluid transfer capability.

https://www.group.sener/

Space Application Services

Space Application Services (SAS) is a Belgian company founded in 1987 that specializes in the development of innovative space systems and applications. With a workforce of more than 100 engineers, scientists and technicians, SAS provides a wide range of services to the space industry, including spacecraft design, mission analysis and simulation, ground segment development, and operations support. The company has been involved in numerous international space projects, including the International Space Station (ISS), the European Space Agency's ExoMars mission, and the development of lunar exploration technologies. SAS is known for its expertise in human spaceflight and has developed several space systems and applications for human space missions. The company is committed to advancing the boundaries of space technology and to providing its clients with high-quality, cost-effective solutions.

https://www.spaceapplications.com/

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (KDA) is a Norwegian technology company that specializes in the development and production of advanced defense and aerospace systems. Founded in 1814, KDA has a long history of providing cutting-edge technologies and services to military and civilian customers around the world. The company's product portfolio includes air defense systems, missile systems, communications systems, and space-related products and services. KDA is also a major supplier of unmanned systems, including autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs). KDA has a global presence and operates in more than 25 countries, with over 7,500 employees. The company is committed to innovation and has a strong focus on research and development, investing heavily in new technologies to meet the evolving needs of its customers. KDA's mission is to provide its customers with the most advanced, reliable, and effective defense and aerospace systems available.

https://www.kongsberg.com/

Network Research Belgium

Network Research Belgium (NRB) is a Belgian IT services company founded in 1987. With a team of more than 2,000 IT professionals, NRB provides a wide range of services to public and private sector clients, including IT consulting, software development, managed services, cloud solutions, and cybersecurity. The company has a strong presence in Belgium, with offices in several major cities, and also operates in other countries, including Luxembourg and the Netherlands. NRB has a proven track record of delivering successful IT projects for clients in a variety of industries, including finance, healthcare, government, and transportation. The company is committed to innovation and invests heavily in new technologies, such as artificial intelligence and blockchain, to provide its clients with state-of-the-art solutions. NRB's mission is to help its clients achieve their business objectives through the strategic use of IT, while providing exceptional service and support.

https://www.nrb.be/

Almatech

Almatech was founded in 2009 on the EPFL Innovation Park where innovation and entrepreneurship meet by Dr Luc Blecha and Hervé Cottard, two experienced engineers and managers.
Back then, the company started working on the Hydroptere, the fastest sailing boat on the planet with a record of 103km/h.
Almatech quickly picked up momentum on the space market by contributing to multiple ESA Science missions through the Prodex programme of Switzerland.
With a space heritage on 10+ ESA/CNES missions, Almatech is now working directly for all main European industrial leaders.
Thanks to its competences in engineering, the company is also active on several “non-space” markets where it provides accessible engineering services.
Lastly, Almatech has several patent-pending innovations under development with the ultimate goal to commercialize recurring products.

https://almatech.ch/

CSEM

Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Neuchâtel, CSEM is an internationally recognized innovation specialist with over 550 employees across six locations in Switzerland and more than 200 registered patents. We develop disruptive technologies with a high societal impact in the fields of precision manufacturing, digitalization, ultra-low-power electronics, optical elements, AI, and sustainable energy. We then transfer these innovations to industry partners in a variety of sectors, including renewable energy, healthcare, watchmaking, and aerospace, or encourage start-up creations. As a public-private, non-profit organization, our mission is to support the innovation of Swiss companies and strengthen the economy through ongoing collaboration with leading universities, research institutes, and industrial partners.

https://www.csem.ch/

KINETIK Space

KINETIK Space is a space robotic start up based in Munich, Germany. Founded by an expert team from the German Aerospace Center (DLR), we offer an array of dexterous robotic solutions of manipulators and end effectors. With decades of experience in real space robotic operations in orbit on board the International Space Station (ISS) and deep space exploration, our seasoned team is now bringing their know-how and technology to the rest of the space community, for both the commercial and agency sectors.

https://kinetik.space/

ULPGC | IUMA

https://www.iuma.ulpgc.es/

Meet the partners who make EROSS SC possible