What Happened
Advancements In Small Satellite Systems Enable Ambitious Missions
NASA’s Small Spacecraft Systems Virtual Institute has released the 2026 Small Spacecraft Technology State-of-the-Art report, providing an extensive overview of the current state of small spacecraft technologies. The report highlights the rapid acceleration of SmallSat technology advancement, driven by advances in materials, power systems, avionics, and communications. According to the report, these developments are enabling a new class of spacecraft that can operate in increasingly demanding environments, opening the door to more ambitious missions. The report was released by NASA’s S3VI and is available for access, as reported by Unknown Source.