It has now been over 30 years that comprehensive CS solutions for space systems and applications, both on the ground and in space, have been part and parcel of this odyssey.

GROUND CONTROL SEGMENT

Prime contractor for space systems
Whether managing a satellite or a space-borne vehicle, a fleet of satellites or a constellation of spacecraft, CS offers the best solution for optimal control of space resources – from validation through to mission-critical operations. Command and control, mission programming, flight dynamics, satellite simulators, test benches and earth stations: CS deploys its know-how in space mechanics and ground-space interfaces. Its solutions allow for piloting different kinds of spacecraft: from fleets of mini- or micro-satellites in low earth orbit to geostationary telecommunication satellites. Moreover, this includes the ATV (Automated Transfer Vehicle), which is set soon to rendezvous with the international space station. 

USER GROUND SEGMENT

All along the processing chain
For user ground segments, CS handles everything from mission programming to data dissemination, including optimizing fulfillment. CS is present in the building of mission control centers for most of Europe's earth observation programs.

IMAGERY AND GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
 
Today, CS blends its skills from different fields of excellence to take up the challenges of its customers, especially those that concern space-borne surveillance and intelligence gathering. Consequently, CS meets the needs of players, both in the industrial sector and institutional decision-makers. For this purpose, it integrates into the same system information coming from space-borne observation technologies, telecommunications, data capture and geo-positioning, all enhanced with land use and meteorological data.
By positioning itself all along the value chain, from sensor to applications, CS provides an optimal response to the requirements of its customers. These cover everything from engineering studies for the definition of future instruments to operational ways and means, constantly taking into account the stakes in interoperability and operational performance.

FLIGHT SOFTWARE

Capitalizing on its expertise in embedded avionics systems, CS participated in important projects, such as ATV Syracuse III and Pharao. In addition, all of the work awarded to CS by CNES and its partners for Project Myriade has allowed it to expand and consolidate its technical know-how in this field. Whether through studies, research or operational projects, CS has developed technical and operational know-how in onboard computer architectures, and a level of expertise in innovative architectures that allow it to carry out developments and also provide support for information processing.