In a major step towards revolutionising satellite power systems, the UK Space Agency, following a recommendation from the European Space Agency, is supporting The SB Co  and Open Cosmos  in the development of Structural Electrical Power Systems for Satellites (SEPSS). This pioneering project will explore the material qualification and space-worthiness  of structural battery technology, enabling a satellite’s load-bearing panels  to double as energy storage components.  By int

We won  Defence Innovator of the Year  award. Wg Cdr Bob Williams RAF  said: “The Judges were truly impressed by the dynamic and passionate approach leading to great success; as delivered by The Structural Battery Company. The attention to detail ranging from testing methodologies, considering European Regulations and the demands of the aerospace industries, significantly led to a diverse series of successes. The ‘brains’ behind The Structural Battery Company’s success is tru

With the help of DASA funding, ISS Aerospace developed a 600kg heavy-lift unmanned aerial system capable of carrying 250kg payloads The innovation features a unique hybrid turbine generator power system that eliminates the need for complex electrical recharging infrastructure in the field DASA's Defence Technology Exploitation Programme (DTEP) provided critical funding that enabled ISS to create this technology Successfully trialled in 2025, this project represents the first

We made it to the final — and I just want to say thank you. At some point over the past few months, someone quietly nominated The...