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Starcloud files plans for 88,000-satellite constellation
- Starcloud has filed with the FCC to operate up to 88,000 satellites in low Earth orbit as orbital data centers.
- The satellites would orbit 600–850 kilometers in dusk-dawn sun-synchronous paths to enable power from the Sun.
- Starcloud plans to use optical intersatellite links and communications with major networks like Starlink and Kuiper for connectivity.
- The filing seeks Ka-band spectrum for telemetry, tracking, and control on a non-interference basis.
- Starcloud says its satellites are designed for full demisability to burn up on reentry with no ground debris.
- Starcloud-1 already orbited, with Nvidia H100 processor aboard for an AI model.
- Starcloud-2 is planned for 2027, followed by Starcloud-3 and Starcloud-4 concepts.
- Starcloud has historically operated a smaller constellation and emphasizes coordination with astronomers.
- Starcloud previously known as Lumen Orbit is building a large-scale constellation for AI compute.
- SpaceNews notes Starcloud’s filing contrasts with SpaceX’s Starlink ambitions and cites safety practices.
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