Gadgetsat

Gadgetsat is a Chinese small satellite manufacturer and operator, founded in 2017 by Li Lin, a former engineer at the China Academy of Space Technology. The company specializes in developing and launching small satellites, known as microsatellites, for a variety of applications.

Gadgetsat's primary focus is on commercial cubesats, specifically the 1- and 3-unit cubesat configurations. These small satellites are designed for a range of uses, including Earth observation, technology demonstration, and education. The company's satellites are also intended for use in the emerging market for satellite-based Internet of Things (IoT) applications.

Gadgetsat's services include satellite design and development, satellite component manufacturing, launch services, and post-launch operations. The company operates a series of small launch vehicles, the Gadgetsat-1 and Gadgetsat-2, designed to carry small satellites into low Earth orbit. These launch vehicles use solid rocket boosters and a liquid-fueled upper stage to achieve orbit.

Gadgetsat has partnered with a number of international companies and research institutions to develop and launch new spacecraft. The company's LaunchLab facility in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, is used to integrate small satellites with the company's launch vehicles.

As of 2022, Gadgetsat had launched over 20 small satellites into orbit, including satellites for commercial clients and educational organizations. The company continues to expand its range of services and the variety of applications for its small satellites. With a strong focus on innovation and development, Gadgetsat remains a significant player in the growing market for small satellite technology.