Blue Origin focuses on fast satellite network with TeraWave

"Blue Origin has unveiled plans for a new satellite network called TeraWave. With this network, Jeff Bezos' (photo) space company aims to make data available worldwide at speeds of up to 6 terabits per second. The focus is not on consumers, but on business customers, data centers, and governments that need very fast, scalable, and reliable connections. TeraWave will consist of a large satellite constellation spanning multiple orbits around Earth."

"According to additional information, the network will consist of 5,280 satellites in low Earth orbit and 128 satellites in medium Earth orbit. Low-orbit satellites will use radio-frequency connections and be capable of data speeds up to 144 Gbps. The satellites in medium orbit use optical connections and provide a much higher throughput of 6 Tbps. The first satellites are scheduled to be launched at the end of 2027,"

"With TeraWave, Blue Origin aims to add an extra network layer on top of existing infrastructures. The system is intended for locations where traditional connections, such as fiber optics, are difficult, expensive, or practically unfeasible. The emphasis is on symmetrical upload and download speeds, extra redundancy, and the ability to scale up quickly as demand grows. TechCrunch places TeraWave's announcement in the broader context of founder Jeff Bezos' activities."

Blue Origin plans TeraWave to provide high-speed satellite connectivity aimed at business customers, data centers, and governments. The network will deploy 5,280 LEO satellites using radio-frequency links and 128 MEO satellites using optical links. LEO satellites will support up to 144 Gbps each, while MEO satellites will deliver up to 6 Tbps throughput. The first launches are scheduled for the end of 2027. TeraWave emphasizes symmetrical upload and download speeds, added redundancy, and rapid scalability for locations where fiber is difficult, expensive, or impractical.

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