In this episode of TECHNE Connect, Joe Reed sits down with Leo Pauly, CEO & Co-Founder of Plasma Orbital, to discuss building the next generation of intelligent satellite systems.
Leo shares his journey from electronics engineering and AI & robotics research into entrepreneurship, including the experiences that led him to create Plasma Orbital.
Plasma Orbital is developing smart satellite networks with onboard AI capabilities designed to provide real-time satellite surveillance, beginning with maritime domain awareness.
The conversation covers:
- Why current satellite imagery solutions struggle with real-time intelligence
- How AI-enabled satellites could transform maritime surveillance
- Building a new category within the space industry
- The challenges of founding a deep-tech company
- Lessons learned from previous startup attempts
- The future of the space economy and orbital infrastructure
- The skills engineers need to help shape the next era of space technology
Leo also shares his perspective on why the future of space will not be a standalone industry, but an extension of industries already operating on Earth, creating new opportunities across defence, communications, manufacturing and beyond.
A conversation about entrepreneurship, AI, satellites and building the infrastructure that will define the next generation of space.
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