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AI-POWERED AUTONOMOUS SATELLITES FOR THREAT DETECTION AND MITIGATION (ARTES 4.0 SPL 4S 3D.038) - EXPRO+
Open call · deadline 2026-09-18 (73 days left at last rebuild).
| Reference | AO-1-13529 |
|---|---|
| Source programme | esa |
| Type | tender |
| Segment | Open Competition |
| Status | open |
| Closing date | 2026-09-18 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-07 |
What this call is about
Objective: The objective is to develop and validate an AI-powered autonomous satellite system capable of real-time threat detectionand mitigation targeting LEO constellations.
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When is the deadline for AO-1-13529?
The listed closing date is 2026-09-18. Always verify on the official programme page — deadlines can shift.
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