Pixxel secures iDEX grant to create miniaturised multi-playload satellites

Pixxel, a homegrown space technology business, has secured a financial grant from iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) for the Mission DefSpace Challenge under iDEX Prime (Space) to manufacture miniaturised multi-payload satellites for the Indian Air Force.

Pixxel stated that the grant will aid the organisation in the development of small satellites up to 150 kg in size for electro-optical, infrared, synthetic aperture radar, and hyperspectral applications.

Further, owing to its indigenous technology and expertise, Pixxel will now build small satellites for the Indian defence sector with ease of production, low cost, and ease of launch.