Skytek Successfully Completes AR-Driven Spacecraft Assembly Project Under STEP Programme
U.S. Patents Filed as Commercialisation Begins
Dublin, Ireland – April 8, 2025
Skytek, a global leader in advanced space technologies, proudly announces the successful completion of its groundbreaking Augmented Reality (AR) project supporting the Assembly, Integration, and Testing (AIT) of spacecraft. Completed under the prestigious STEP Programme and supported by the UK Space Agency, the project is now transitioning to full commercialisation. To support this next phase, Skytek has filed patents in the United States to safeguard key innovations and enable global market entry.
This award-winning initiative has delivered a state-of-the-art AR platform that transforms the way spacecraft are assembled and tested. Designed to meet the increasing demand for precision, efficiency, and digital integration in space missions, the system is fully aligned with emerging EGS-CC space standards, ensuring seamless information exchange between spacecraft and test equipment.
The AR solution replaces outdated, paper-based processes with a fully digital ecosystem, dramatically improving real-time visibility, safety, and test documentation during AIT activities. At the core of the innovation is an enhanced authoring environment, allowing space engineers to rapidly deploy AR-guided procedures with unprecedented flexibility.
“We are delighted to reach this milestone,” said Dr. Sarah Bourke, CEO of Skytek. “The successful completion of this project and the recognition from ADS are testaments to our team’s drive to reimagine AIT in the space sector. With U.S. patent filings now in motion, we are fully focused on commercialising this breakthrough technology for use by space agencies and private industry worldwide.”
Skytek’s long-standing partnerships with NASA, ESA, and the ISS international community position the company at the forefront of operational support in both Earth and orbital environments. The new AR platform builds on this legacy, bringing cutting-edge advancements to the increasingly complex landscape of spacecraft development
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Skytek is a leading provider of intelligent software solutions for aerospace and critical industries. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, Skytek empowers professionals with intuitive and reliable tools to ensure safety, efficiency, and success in complex environments.
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