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Satcat Operations

Satcat Operations enables satellite operators to perform conjunction assessment, execute collision avoidance maneuvers, and coordinate across the orbital environment. It provides structured workflows for risk monitoring, object screening, maneuver intent signaling, and scalable operations management.

This section documents how operators use the platform to support both routine operations and time-critical mitigation scenarios.

Core Workflows​

Ephemeris Management​

Operators upload current and planned ephemeris files with covariance to the Satcat Ephemeris Repository. Each file is tagged by context (e.g., nominal, maneuvering) and integrated into screening and conjunction workflows.

  • Conjunction events are automatically updated when new ephemeris is uploaded
  • Shared ephemeris data supports coordination and decision-making by other Satcat operators

View documentation for Ephemeris Repository

Conjunction Events​

Each identified close approach is represented as a conjunction event to consolidate risk metrics, organize CDM history, and report mitigation intent.

  • Probability of collision (Pc), miss distance, and encounter geometry
  • Trend analysis and comparative CDM risk metric overlays
  • Risk classification and maneuver planning interface

View documentation for Conjunction Events

Maneuver Intent and Coordination​

Satcat infers operator intent from uploaded ephemeris and applies maneuver responsibility logic based on context metadata. These signals are shared through coordination tools and surfaced to relevant parties.

  • Ephemeris uploads are tagged by designation and maneuver context
  • Intent flags derived from event history and metadata values
  • Responsibility rules follow Rules of the Road
  • Contact Center lookup via Operator Directory

View documentation for Operational Data

Pro Features​

The following features are available for Pro-tier Operations users.

On-Demand Screening​

On-demand screening lets operators run immediate assessments against the multiple catalogs supported by Satcat.

  • Trigger screenings manually via the web interface or API
  • Supports constellation-wide evaluation
  • Includes geometry and risk metric outputs
  • Results integrated into existing conjunction workflows

View documentation for On-orbit Screening

Auto-Generated COLA Maneuvers​

For high-risk conjunctions, Satcat generates maneuver options automatically based on organizational thresholds.

  • Auto-triggered tradespace evaluation
  • Results previewed in the event interface
  • Downloadable avoidance plans

View documentation for Maneuver Designer

Enterprise Features​

The following features are available for Enterprise-tier Operations users.

Orbit Determination​

Operators can submit GNSS or state data for high-accuracy OD processing.

  • Generates OEM output with covariance
  • Includes diagnostic summary
  • Compatible with screening and analytics workflows

View documentation for OD Services

Sensor Tasking​

Pro and Enterprise users can request object tracking through commercial sensors.

  • Used for custody re-acquisition and uncertainty reduction
  • Integrated with orbit determination workflow
  • Results remain private unless released by the operator

View documentation for Sensor Tasking

Group and User Management​

Supports cross-functional team coordination and access control.

Automation and Integration​

Satcat exposes all major functions via API and SDK for use in mission operations systems. Access depends on your current Operations service tier.

  • Upload and manage ephemeris with API keys
  • Automate screening and CDM polling
  • Retrieve maneuver, geometry, and risk outputs

View documentation for API Reference
View documentation for Satcat SDK

Getting Started​

Not sure where to begin? These workflows cover core features and will help you start to integrate your operations into the Satcat platform: