It’s not a storm — it’s the climate
It’s not a storm — it’s the climate
ATMOS Space Cargo: Shielding satellites in deorbit with inflatables
14 July 2026
Summary:
In this engaging interview, Sebastian Klaus discusses Europe’s current position in space access, the importance of reusable spacecraft, and innovative re-entry technologies like inflatable heat shields.
Sebastian shares insights into ATMOS Space Cargo‘s mission, technological advancements, and Europe’s strategic role in space manufacturing and defence.
TAKEAWAYS:
- Why Europe Needs Access to Space
- The Impact of Reusable Rockets and SpaceX
- Europe’s Current Position in Space Launches
- The Rise of Commercial Space Companies in Europe
- In-Space Manufacturing: Opportunities and Challenges
- Atmospheric Reentry and Inflatable Heat Shields
- How Inflatable Heat Shields Work and Their Advantages
- Development and Testing of Reentry Technologies
- Ballistic Coefficient and Reentry Temperatures
- Attitude Control and Autonomous Navigation
- Phoenix Missions: Lessons Learned
- Market Segments
- The Future of European Space Industry and Collaboration