MVAsats
MVAsats refers to a category of low-cost, low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellations designed to provide broadband internet access globally. These systems are often referred to as "mega-constellations" due to their large-scale deployment, typically consisting of hundreds or even thousands of small satellites. The term "MVA" is not a widely recognized acronym in the satellite industry, but it may be an informal or internal shorthand for "multi-vector access" or "massive vehicle architecture" in certain contexts, though it is not standardized.
The concept of MVAsats gained prominence with the emergence of companies like SpaceX’s Starlink, OneWeb, and
MVAsats face challenges such as orbital debris mitigation, regulatory hurdles, and the need for ground infrastructure
While the term "MVAsats" lacks formal definition, it broadly encapsulates the trend of deploying large satellite