#63: Edge Computing for Earth Observation - Sean Mitchell, Ubotica
Description
Today, I am speaking with Sean Mitchell, Chairman & Chief Commercial Officer at Ubotica, an AI-driven edge computing startup from Ireland.
Edge computing is a technology that has started to create a lot of buzz in the Earth observation sector. Enabling some processing of satellite data on-board the satellite before downlinking seems efficient, but the execution may not be straightforward. Ubotica is a startup focused on solving that with their edge computing platform solution, which they have already flown in space.
In this episode, Sean and I talk about what edge computing means, what it brings to the table, what is possible today, applications for Earth observation, Ubotica's technology and journey and more.
[Thanks to Ubotica for sponsoring this episode]
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01:08 : Intro
02:52 : Overview of Ubotica
05:24 : What is edge computing and where are we today in terms of its capabilities?
13:00 : Applications of edge computing
19:01 : Ubotica's offering and go-to-market strategy
25:52 : ESA's Phi-Sat mission
33:55 : Are larger satellites more suited for edge computing?
37:28 : Applications of edge computing beyond EO - in space exploration and space situational awareness
42:07 : Limiting factors for adoption of edge computing and how not to oversell
48:32 : Entry of big tech and their role in edge computing for EO
49:49 : Wrap-up
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