Laser Link with NorSat-TD: A Successful Remote Connection by Cailabs

Cailabs successfully established a remote laser communication link with the SmallCAT terminal onboard NorSat-TD before its deorbiting.

Advancing Optical Space Communications

This achievement demonstrates the synergy between cutting-edge laser communication technology and the remote operation of an optical ground station, located in Australia and remotely controlled from France by our team, on behalf of SSC (Swedish Space Corporation).

About NorSat-TD

Developed by the Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research (TNO), NorSat-TD serves as a technology demonstrator for innovative space technologies — including the SmallCAT laser terminal, co-developed by TNO and its partners.

At Cailabs, we contribute to shaping the next generation of space-to-ground optical links, supporting our international partners in advancing the future of laser communications capabilities.