Hyderabad-based space technology company, TakeMe2Space, has unveiled My Orbital Infrastructure – Technology Demonstrator (MOI-TD), India’s first artificial intelligence laboratory in space. Set to launch aboard ISRO’s PSLV C60, MOI-TD aims to transform space research by enabling real-time, in-orbit data processing, thereby reducing the costs and latency involved in transmitting large volumes of satellite data to Earth.

The project has been developed with support from IN-SPACe and addresses a critical challenge in satellite operations which is the inefficiency of transmitting and processing unusable data. MOI-TD processes information directly in space, delivering actionable insights to users in record time. Under the mission, users can interact with the satellite through OrbitLab, a web-based console for uploading AI models. The platform has various applications including environmental monitoring, deforestation tracking, and maritime activity observation.

The satellite features advanced technology features such as flexible solar cells, AI accelerators, and advanced radiation shielding. While initially focused on Earth observation, MOI-TD lays the groundwork for future space-based computing akin to terrestrial cloud systems. Ronak Kumar Samantray, founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of TakeMe2Space highlighted the significance of this initiative for India. According to him, this mission democratizes space exploration, opening doors for researchers, students, and small businesses. The initiative positions India as a leader in innovative space technology, blending affordability with accessibility to drive global research and innovation.

TakeMe2Space is a prominent space technology firm focused on research and space exploration through innovative satellite-as-a-service solutions. The company designs cutting-edge space infrastructure that facilitates real-time data processing in orbit, making space research more cost-effective and accessible to researchers, educational institutions, and businesses globally.