Sternula

Meet the beautiful Danish inspection ship, Poul Løwenørn, operated by the Danish Maritime Authority (DMA). 🛳 The vessel came to Aalborg on a sunny Saturday in early November, and we used the opportunity to upgrade its VDES/MMS installation, which is an important element of the testbed of the MaDaMe project, a maritime digitalization project with participation by maritime industry leaders and academia together with the maritime authorities of Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and Estonia. The installation allows us to test AIS 2.0 technology in Danish waters and push forward in enhancing maritime connectivity and safety.   Two weeks ago, all project partners gathered in Gdynia, Poland, to review the achievements of the past year and plan for the next two years. The project is truly moving forward at full speed! 🚢    Stay tuned for more updates from the MaDaMe project, which is supported by Interreg Baltic Sea Region! 🌊    #MaDaMeProject #MadeWithInterreg #VDES #AIS2

Two weeks ago, we proudly announced Sternula’s nomination as one of the finalists in the Startup/Scaleup category for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 in Region Northern Jutland. Today, it is with great pleasure that we celebrate the winning of this category! 🚀 This recognition fuels our commitment to advancing maritime communication and expanding globally as a leader in AIS 2.0. Next, we’re eagerly waiting for the final round in late November in Copenhagen! No matter if we win or not, we can’t wait to show the world what’s next for Sternula! ✨ We are grateful to the jury and EY for this incredible honor. Congratulations to the other finalists. Rabatta and Identity Stack, who will come along for the national competition in Copenhagen. Let’s keep breaking new ground and driving the future of maritime/space entrepreneurship forward! 🌊🚢 #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Sternula #EYDanmark #Growth

Today, we had the honor of welcoming Mohammad Rona, member of the Danish Parliament, at Sternula!  Mohammad Rona visited us to learn more about space tech entrepreneurship and to gain insights into our work connecting the oceans through satellite-based communication. 🛰 During the visit, Lars Moltsen had the pleasure to share Sternula’s vision and our innovative projects. We appreciate having a politician who actively engages with technology and entrepreneurship in our region. 🎬 📹 Thank you for the visit! #Sternula #SpaceTech #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

SPACE CURIOSITY 🛰️ 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 Ever wondered how it is possible to predict quite accurately where a satellite will be in one week from now, despite that it is traveling at a speed of more than 27,000 km per hour (17,000 miles per hour)? It all comes down to mastering Keplerian Elements, the building blocks of orbital mechanics. 🌌   Named after the legendary Johannes Kepler, these six parameters allow us to define any orbit with precision. Let’s break them down:  Semi-major Axis (a) – Defining the size of the orbit, and equal to the radius, if the orbit is circular.  Eccentricity (e) – How circular or elliptical the orbit is, ranging from near-perfect circles (e=0.0) to stretched-out ellipses (e=0.99).  Inclination (i) – The tilt (angle) of the orbit relative to Earth’s equator, determining whether the satellite orbits near the poles or along the equator.  Longitude of the Ascending Node (Ω) – The Eastward turn (angle) of the orbit, defining where the satellite crosses the equator from South to North.  Argument of Perigee (ω) – The angle marking the satellite’s closest approach to Earth in its elliptical path.  True Anomaly (ν) – The angle defining where the satellite is along its orbit at any given time.  At Sternula, we use these principles to control our cutting-edge VDES (AIS 2.0) satellite communication systems, ensuring ships worldwide stay connected and navigate safely.  With these parameters known for each of our satellites, we can predict in advance which satellite is going to be close to a ship when we need to transfer some data with that ship. 🌊🚢  Want to dive deeper? We explain these concepts in more detail in our latest website article! 🌐  #SpaceCuriosity #KeplerianElements #SatelliteCommunication #MaritimeTech #OrbitalMechanics

We had an inspiring day at De Studerendes Erhvervskontakt (DSE) Fair 2024 meeting bright students eager to explore the future of maritime communication and technology! 🌊🚀 At Sternula, we’re passionate about finding innovative minds to join us in advancing and shaping the future of global maritime connectivity. A special thanks to Danske Maritime (Danish Maritime) for the chance to connect with the next generation of tech and maritime leaders! Looking forward to new conversations and potential collaborations with the talented individuals we met. 🎓💡 #Sternula #DSEMesse #MaritimeFuture #Innovation #TechTalent

SPACE CURIOSITY 🛰 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐎𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐬 🌌 Thinking that the satellites orbiting the Earth are doing it in a perfect path is a common mistake made by many. Due to Earth’s rotation, the poles are slightly squished at the top (oblate spheroid is the technical term ☝🤓️) meaning that gravity isn’t distributed evenly. The J2 parameter is one parameter that helps adjust calculations and keeps satellites on track.    In LEO (Low Earth Orbit), satellites experience atmospheric drag, and the satellites lose altitude over time. The heavier the satellite is, the less likely it is to be affected by acceleration and the larger it is, the more drag it experiences.   The Sun and the Moon also get to influence the satellites’ orbits due to their bodies being massive and close enough to have noticeable influence. The ☀️ also constantly sends out particles of light that have an influence on the satellite’s trajectory – solar radiation pressure.   In terms of relativistic effects, as satellites move at high speeds and experience gravitational pull from Earth, time moves differently for them compared to people on the ground 🤯. This can be calculated through a very simple equation (😅) used by engineers to ensure time precision - also critical for systems like GPS (fun fact!). It’s so interesting to see that even in the vacuum of space, so many factors and little details are in “charge” of keeping the satellites on course! 🌍  Check out Sternula’s webpage to learn more about the types of perturbation! #SpaceCuriosity #TypesOfPerturbation #SatelliteTechnology #OrbitalDynamics #Satellites

We are incredibly proud to announce that Sternula has been nominated as one of the finalists in the Startup/Scaleup category for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 in Region Northern Jutland! 🚀✨ This recognition highlights our team's dedication to driving innovation in maritime communication and positioning Sternula as a global leader in AIS 2.0. 🌍 We're honored to represent Northern Jutland in the regional finals on October 29th, with hopes to advance to the national finals in November. A huge thank you to EY and the jury for this incredible acknowledgment. We also want to extend our congratulations to the other finalists and wish them the best of luck! Let's continue to push boundaries and contribute to the future of maritime communication! 🚢 #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Sternula #EYDanmark #Growth

We are thrilled to announce that Sternula is featured in the latest issue of Ports of Denmark! 🚢 Check out our article, where we dive into how Sternula is driving innovation in maritime connectivity and helping to shape the future of global communication at sea. 🌍⚓ Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/datgAAds A huge thank you to the team behind Ports of Denmark for including us in this impressive edition. We’re excited to be part of Denmark’s strong maritime legacy! #MaritimeInnovation #Connectivity #Sternula #PortsOfDenmark #VDES #AIS2 #GlobalConnectivity 

Yesterday, our CEO Lars Moltsen delivered a presentation at the Homeland Security Conference in Copenhagen. 🌐     During the panel debate on Critical Infrastructure Protection in the Baltic Sea Region, Lars shared key insights on how Trusted AIS can prevent future AIS spoofing attacks in the Baltic Sea. As hybrid threats continue to evolve, ensuring the resilience of Denmark's critical infrastructure is more important than ever. Lars emphasized the urgent need for collaboration between industry leaders, government authorities, and international partners to safeguard maritime operations. It is crucial for Denmark to build its own capacity in security and resilience, rather than relying on other nations, to effectively address and mitigate emerging threats. 🚢    By taking proactive steps and embracing innovative solutions like AIS 2.0, Denmark can position itself at the forefront of maritime security and lead the way in countering hybrid threats. The lessons learned from incidents like the Nord Stream 1 & 2 pipeline sabotage in 2022 further underscore the importance of joint efforts to protect our critical sea routes. 🌊    "If you fail to prepare, prepare to fail." – Torsten Schack Pedersen, Minister for Resilience & Contingency.    This message resonates strongly with our mission to implement solutions that ensure the safety and security of Denmark’s maritime infrastructure.    A big thanks to CenSec - Center for Defence, Space & Security for hosting this important event, and to everyone involved in the discussions! 🙌 #HomelandSecurity #CriticalInfrastructure #AIS2 #BalticSea #Innovation #Sternula #CyberSecurity #TrustedAIS

Happy World Space Week! 🌌✨ As we celebrate #WorldSpaceWeek from October 4-10, we’re reminded of the boundless potential that space exploration and innovation bring to our world. This year’s theme, "Space & Climate Change", highlights how advancements in space technology are essential for monitoring environmental changes, protecting ecosystems, and developing sustainable solutions for our planet’s future. 🌍 As climate change reshapes our world, the oceans are becoming more unpredictable, making safe maritime navigation increasingly challenging. With more extreme weather patterns and shifting currents, the need for innovative solutions to protect our seas has never been more urgent. 🌊🌪️ At Sternula, we’re harnessing space technology to address these challenges. Through AIS 2.0, we aim to provide reliable data that improves maritime safety and resilience in the face of climate change. 📡🚢 Join us in celebrating this incredible week of discovery, and let’s continue to explore how space technology can drive a sustainable future for all. #WSW2024 #worldspaceweek2024 #spaceandclimatechange #Sustainability #SpaceInnovation