Hyderabad: Hyderabad startup Take Me 2 Space has launched AI-driven satellite laboratories, enabling students and researchers across India to conduct space experiments remotely. This initiative marks a shift in space education, which has so far been limited to government agencies and top research institutions.
Founder Ronak Kumar Samantray emphasized that location will no longer be a barrier to satellite experiments. “You don’t have to be at NASA or ISRO to run an experiment,” he said. “You could be in Kerala, Delhi, or even Antarctica, and still control a satellite.”
Expanding Space Science in Schools and Universities
The company is offering schools and universities subscription-based access to its satellite labs. Students can log in remotely, upload code, and interact with real satellites, similar to how computer labs function in schools today.
Private Sector and Future Expansion
Unlike traditional space research, which is largely government-driven, Take Me 2 Space aims to engage private companies as well. The startup is planning to establish AI-powered data centers in orbit, reducing dependency on Earth-based computing resources.
Following a demonstration mission with ISRO, the company plans to launch two operational satellites. If successful, this initiative could increase accessibility to space research and innovation beyond major institutions.
