Benefits

• Decreased physical footprint when not in use
• Improved signal quality during use
• Simple single-action mechanism to achieve shape-locking design
• Simplified production of otherwise complex processes using additive manufacturing.

Technology

Current market options for folding antennas have two common problems, being that folding satellites are difficult to manufacture and do not conform to the optimal geometry required for telecommunications. Locus Rose’s additive manufacturing-based production method and unique deployment mechanism solves these problems.

Potential markets

• Support networks for rural public services (teaching, emergency relief, medical support etc.)
• Outdoor/exploration markets (compact, reliable, and high-fidelity comms devices).

Partnering opportunities

Locus Rose are an early stage startup. The team want to gain guidance and support for navigating the Australian space technology industry while bringing their disruptive design and use of advanced additive manufacturing methods to fruition. The startup will require assistance with the establishment of manufacturing/distribution channels and business structure scalability. To develop their ideas further, the team seek individuals experienced in:

• Space industry-specific development
• Material science
• Signal/frequency analysis.

While Locus Rose presents foundational knowledge in IT, engineering and management, a worthwhile telecommunications product will result only from meaningful collaboration with experts in the field.