Satellite Design
The conceptual and detailed design phase where satellite architecture, subsystem specifications, material selection, and mission requirements are defined. Environmental considerations at this stage can significantly reduce downstream impacts.
Risks (5)
Environmental degradation
HighBatteries are typically made of lithium cobalt oxide, lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide, or lithium nickel cobalt aluminum oxide which are limited natural resources
Orbital slot overcrowding in GEO
HighLimited geostationary orbital slots are becoming increasingly congested, raising collision risks and limiting future access.
1 obligation2 opportunitiesCanthode materials
MediumCathode material breakdown
Rare earth element supply chain risks
MediumDependence on limited sources of rare earth elements for electronics and solar cells creates supply vulnerability and drives environmentally destructive mining practices.
1 obligation1 opportunityRF spectrum congestion
MediumIncreasing satellite numbers cause radio frequency spectrum congestion, degrading signal quality for all users and increasing interference.
1 obligationNo risks match the current filters.