Blk_Space Technologies / Deep Space R&D
SpaceThe final frontier
A deep space R&D lab specializing in interplanetary-communication guidance systems. Our goal is to develop and commercialise the technology behind exploration and communication of the solar system.
Join us now to help build the backbone of the solar system.
The Concept
A mesh network of SOL Positioning Systems.
We are building a mesh network of deep interplanetary SOL Positioning Systems (SPS) whose primary objective is to act as a guidance and communication system for deep space exploration.
Its secondary purpose is Stellar Cartography — mapping the solar system as we grow the network outward.
Guidance
Positional locks for craft anywhere in range.
Communication
Continuous relay across the network.
The Technology
Engineered for the emptiest places in the solar system.
Long & Shortwave Comms
Laser communication "Tight Beam" for deep space links, and a standard omni-directional transceiver for wide coverage.
Layered Secured Network
An L3 security protocol using state-of-the-art quantum encryption for deep space data streams, keeping every communication secure.
Location Data
Deep space voyages should no longer fear falling out of range due to line-of-sight issues. RELAY is the start of full coverage.
Built to last
Our satellites are developed and built by some of the best minds in aerospace engineering and radio / laser communication.
Project
RELAY
Project RELAY's network of SPS satellites is spread across a three-layered grid system for optimal coverage. Unlike GPS — which requires three systems to triangulate on a 2D plane — the SPS works in a 3D environment, meaning all triangulation happens in 4D space.
A spacecraft requesting telemetry from the network needs four locks for the mapping algorithm to accurately pinpoint the craft in space relative to its onboard star maps.
- 3
- Grid layers
- 4
- Positional locks
- 4D
- Solution space
Spacecraft triangulating off its three nearest SPS relays across the solar plane.
SOL Positioning — 2D plane transitioning into a 3D plane in 4D space
Roadmap
Three stages to first light.
- 01
Stage 1
R&D
Blk_Space is focused on R&D to develop the right prototype for a deep space mesh network.
- 02
Stage 2
Exosphere Tests
Using smaller versions of the SOL, we will test the system just beyond the exosphere for validation.
- 03
Stage 3
Lunar Orbit Launch
Our secondary validation test is also the initial launch of the system within the lunar orbit of Earth and the Moon.
The Partnership
Built alongside world-class research partners.
Blk_Space is in collaboration with UCL (University College London) and QTFT — the Quantum Technology Foundation of Thailand, bringing together aerospace, radio and quantum expertise to develop the SPS network.
Together, working in tandem, we're building a future in the stars — the backbone that lets deep space craft stay connected and know exactly where they are.
The Space Race
Who is doing what — and why now?
A new race to the Moon and beyond is underway. Every player will need a reliable backbone for positioning and communication. That backbone is RELAY.
China
Lunar south pole base and a crewed landing this decade, plus a growing constellation.
NASA
Artemis returns humans to the Moon and builds the Gateway station in lunar orbit.
SpaceX
Starship aims to make interplanetary cargo and crew transport routine and cheap.
US Space Force
Securing orbital and cislunar infrastructure as strategic high ground.
Meet Our Founders
Specialists who came together to build the backbone.
Founder
Newton Poole
Founder of Blk_Space, driving the vision for a deep space communication and positioning network.
Telecoms & Radio Engineering / COD
Dr. Clive Poole (PhD)
Telecommunications and radio engineering specialist leading the SPS communication systems.
SAT Com Specialist / CTO
Arrun Gibson
Satellite communications specialist architecting the RELAY network technology.