NASA Demonstrates Space Navigation Without GPS

FALCON Tech Navigates Using Space Objects

FALCON technology autonomously navigated by referencing space objects. Equipped on the Starling mission, it accurately determines satellite positions without GPS and updates orbital data without ground intervention.

• FALCON tech on Starling mission determines satellite positions without GPS
• Updates orbital data without ground intervention

Overcoming GPS Limits with Autonomous Navigation

The need for autonomous navigation arises from GPS signal limitations. In lunar or deep space environments, GPS is limited, prompting innovative collaboration with commercial technology.

• GPS signal limitations in lunar or deep space
• Innovative collaboration with commercial tech

Autonomous Navigation Shifts Space Strategy

Autonomous navigation technology signals a major shift in space exploration strategy. It will lay the foundation for autonomous satellite networks on the Moon and Mars, offering a new model of public-private collaboration.

• Foundation for autonomous satellite networks on Moon, Mars
• New model of public-private collaboration