LISAT

📆 On July 10, we were at Técnico Taguspark to watch the launch of ISTSat-1 aboard the Ariane 6 rocket. 🛰 We were present at this unique event, which not only marks the return of European rockets to space, but also the launch of the first 100% Portuguese nanosatellite, built entirely by engineers, teachers, researchers and students from Instituto Superior Técnico, part of the IST NanoSat Lab. With our presence at the event, we want to congratulate the IST NanoSat Lab team on the construction of the satellite, as well as its success in reaching 580 km, the altitude at which it will orbit the Earth. Photos by Victor Carreira/Técnico

HISTORY: THE BEST WAY TO PREPARE FOR THE FUTURE Get to know a bit of the history of CubeSat, a nanosatellite that was created in 1999, by Jordi Puig-Suari and Bob Twiggs. CubeSats are used nowadays as an affordable way to send information to the Earth. Thanks to the ideas of these two professors, we can continue the legacy, by participating in CubeSat Portugal competition. Image: NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration #cubesat

RECRUITMENT CLOSED. We are proud to say that 99 students from various degrees and universities applied in our first ever recruitment. Stay tuned to our official channels for updates on the selection process and future opportunities. We are thrilled by the overwhelming response and look forward to the contributions these talented individuals will bring to our team. Thank you to everyone who applied, and best of luck to all candidates! 🛰️✨

ARE YOU READY FOR THE FUTURE? 🛰 LISAT PROJECT is ready to embark on its journey in the realm of CubeSats by participating in the CubeSat Portugal competition, taking place over the next two years. Our mission is to design, develop, and launch LISBON'S NEW SATELLITE, a cutting-edge technological achievement that will push the boundaries of innovation. As part of the competition, the teams are tasked with two missions: The primary mission requires the satellite to do the minimum requirements expected for the satellite’s successful deployment. These requirements consider the assembly process, launch and deployment of the Engineering Model/Pre-Flight Model; Meanwhile, the Secondary Mission allows each team to showcase their legacy, offering an opportunity to think creatively about their contributions to the program. 👥 Our team includes students from various universities and disciplines, organized into five distinct departments: Structures, Electronics & Software, Communications & Control, Research & Development, and Operations & Marketing. Each department brings a unique set of skills to the table, ensuring a comprehensive approach to the project. 🔗Stay tuned to keep up with the latest developments and milestones as we strive to make LISBON'S NEXT GEN SATELLITE a reality.