Mitsubishi Electric’s research facility introduces a new concept in in-orbit manufacturing technology, under which components are produced in space. It reconsiders the assumption that components must be made on Earth and launched into space, presenting a vision for the future of space development.
Satellites have traditionally been built on the assumption that their components are manufactured on Earth and launched into space, but Mitsubishi Electric is proposing a fundamental review of that assumption.
The concept of in-orbit manufacturing technology has been put forward, pointing to the possibility of producing and completing components locally in space.
This new concept is attracting attention for its potential to transform the future of space development.