Ground Station Labs
With a clear goal to design, build and secure resilient space data systems, SAC has built an innovations lab which has systems such as ground control systems and satellite platforms as a test bed.
This test bed is used for simulating cyber threat attacks and the possible preventative actions.
Our Founder/CTO Mr. Abhi Thorat speaking at the Indian Space Congress 2024, discussing "Cyber Standards and Encryption Strategies for Space," covering crucial topics ranging from quantum computing security to regulatory requirements in space.
The test bed at SAC's innovations lab is a state-of-the-art facility designed to emulate real-world conditions and challenges faced by space data systems. It includes a range of components such as satellite communication links, mission control centers, and data processing units. The primary objective is to create a controlled environment where engineers and researchers can assess the vulnerability of these systems to cyber threats.
Here are some snapshots of our ground control systems simulation in operation within our laboratory:
