Bandung, IndonesiaSentinel.com — Nokia makes a surprising comeback after working on a spacesuit project. After a long absence from the spotlight in the telecommunications industry, Nokia is now ready to roam the moon.
The Finnish company has partnered with Axiom Space to integrate 4G LTE capabilities into the next generation of spacesuits, which are set to be used in NASA’s Artemis III mission. This collaboration will provide astronauts with network connectivity during their mission to the lunar surface in 2026, marking a significant advancement in space exploration.
By integrating network connectivity into Axiom Space’s Extravehicular Mobility Unit (AxEMU) spacesuits, astronauts will be able to capture and transmit HD video in real-time, facilitate voice communication, and relay telemetry data across several kilometers on the Moon.
In addition to enabling seamless interaction with mission control on Earth, the 4G network is expected to enhance communication among crew members.
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The network within the spacesuits will utilize Nokia’s Lunar Surface Communication System (LSCS), which includes radios, base stations, and core terrestrial mobile network elements, all compactly integrated into a single unit, with device modules embedded directly into the spacesuits.
These components will be optimized for size, weight, and power efficiency, and will be capable of withstanding the harsh conditions of the lunar environment.
“Adding high-speed 4G/LTE capabilities on the Moon will serve as a crucial bridge connecting astronauts to Earth, facilitating the exchange of vital data, and enabling high-quality video communication over long distances,” said Russell Ralston, EVP of Extravehicular Activity at Axiom Space, as quoted by TechRadar on Thursday, August 29, 2024.
This collaboration builds on Nokia’s previous efforts to deploy the first cellular network on the Moon as part of the IM-2 Intuitive Machines mission. Through its mission, Nokia aims to demonstrate the viability of cellular connectivity for future lunar missions and eventually for more distant missions to the Red Planet.
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