Satellite communication

Satellites transmit information to earth via laser signals. With over 30 researchers we work on this technology.

Laser satellite communication

There is a growing demand for more data, due to, among other things, the advent of self-driving cars, social media with more videos, and the ‘Internet of Things’. The existing connections cannot meet that demand. Laser satellite communication offers a solution.

Our latest developments

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AAC Clyde Space to commercialize TNO’s laser terminal for satellite communication

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22 May 2024
AAC Clyde Space has secured rights to leverage TNO’s cutting-edge optical technology for manufacturing and distributing laser satellite communication terminals, marking a significant milestone achieved through a newly inked license agreement.

Dutch satellite instrument achieves milestone in laser data transfer to Earth

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24 January 2024

TNO joins European collaboration to develop global quantum internet enabled from space

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1 September 2023

Norwegian satellite with SmallCAT laser communication system aboard, successfully launched

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15 April 2023

TNO-led Dutch consortium to develop HemiCAT laser communication terminal

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22 March 2023