The adoption of optical communications via laser links is accelerating, led by SpaceX’s Starlink network and substantial funding from the U.S. Space Force. The global market for space-based laser communications is expected to grow to $6.7 billion by 2033. Key players include the Space Development Agency, which is building a low-Earth orbit constellation equipped with optical links, and the European Space Agency, pursuing similar advancements. These technologies promise faster and more secure data transmission between satellites. Industry experts caution that atmospheric interference and supply chain delays could hinder full-scale implementation.
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