Statements (272)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:constellation
gptkb:satellite |
| gptkbp:aims_to |
Reduce latency
reduce latency Improve internet access |
| gptkbp:availability |
increasing
rural areas rural and remote areas |
| gptkbp:beta_program |
gptkb:Better_Than_Nothing_Beta
|
| gptkbp:beta_program_name |
gptkb:Better_Than_Nothing_Beta
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| gptkbp:challenges |
signal interference
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| gptkbp:collaborated_with |
gptkb:educational_institutions
Local ISPs |
| gptkbp:command_structure |
dish antenna
|
| gptkbp:community |
active online forums
|
| gptkbp:community_engagement |
local initiatives
local outreach programs |
| gptkbp:community_feedback |
important
active user forums influences service improvements improved service over time |
| gptkbp:community_impact |
connectivity for underserved areas
|
| gptkbp:competed_in |
Other satellite internet providers
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| gptkbp:competes_with |
traditional internet providers
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| gptkbp:competitors |
gptkb:Hughes_Net
gptkb:One_Web gptkb:Amazon's_Project_Kuiper gptkb:Viasat other satellite internet providers |
| gptkbp:constellation |
Low Earth Orbit (LEO)
over 12000 satellites |
| gptkbp:constellation_size |
thousands of satellites
|
| gptkbp:coverage |
gptkb:2021
global |
| gptkbp:customer_satisfaction |
variable
|
| gptkbp:customer_support |
24/7 support
online and phone |
| gptkbp:data_caps |
none currently
|
| gptkbp:data_privacy |
subject to regulations
concerns compliant with regulations user data policies |
| gptkbp:data_transmission |
phased array antennas
laser communication via microwave signals laser communication in development |
| gptkbp:data_usage |
10-20 Mbps
50-150 Mbps |
| gptkbp:debut |
gptkb:Falcon_9
May 2019 ongoing since 2019 planned for the coming years |
| gptkbp:developed_by |
gptkb:Space_X
|
| gptkbp:development |
ongoing
Various governments |
| gptkbp:environmental_concerns |
gptkb:Asteroids
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| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
studies ongoing
|
| gptkbp:expansion |
its service areas
its satellite launch capabilities its ground stations its satellite constellation More countries |
| gptkbp:first_beta_service |
2020-10-26
|
| gptkbp:first_beta_test |
October 2020
|
| gptkbp:first_public_beta |
2020-10
|
| gptkbp:frequency |
Ku-band
|
| gptkbp:future_goals |
global connectivity
global internet coverage |
| gptkbp:future_plans |
expand satellite constellation
expand satellite network |
| gptkbp:global_internet_coverage |
gptkb:2021
|
| gptkbp:hardware_cost |
$499
$499 for user terminal |
| gptkbp:has |
a mobile app
Global coverage a dedicated support team a growing user base a significant market presence multiple satellites in orbit a beta program a latency of around 20-40 ms a unique pricing model a user terminal |
| gptkbp:has_limitations |
weather-dependent
weather-dependent performance |
| gptkbp:home_ground |
multiple locations
multiple locations worldwide |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Starlink
|
| gptkbp:impact_on_telecom |
disruptive
disruptive technology |
| gptkbp:initial_beta_testing |
gptkb:2018
|
| gptkbp:innovation |
continuous development
|
| gptkbp:installation |
self-installation
self-installation kit |
| gptkbp:internet_access |
high-speed
broadband 50-150 Mbps |
| gptkbp:internet_technology |
satellite communication
|
| gptkbp:investment |
billions of dollars
|
| gptkbp:investment_strategy |
billions in funding
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| gptkbp:is_a_solution_for |
digital divide
|
| gptkbp:is_affected_by |
weather conditions
|
| gptkbp:is_aimed_at |
Bridge the digital divide
Provide internet during disasters |
| gptkbp:is_available_in |
rural areas
|
| gptkbp:is_compatible_with |
various devices
|
| gptkbp:is_designed_for |
Rural areas
|
| gptkbp:is_designed_to |
connect underserved areas
support Io T applications Connect underserved populations |
| gptkbp:is_enhanced_by |
gptkb:Telecommunications
Rural connectivity Global communications Emergency communications |
| gptkbp:is_expected_to |
Grow rapidly
Increase bandwidth availability Change the internet landscape Transform internet access |
| gptkbp:is_focused_on |
User experience
Satellite technology |
| gptkbp:is_involved_in |
research and development
environmental monitoring disaster recovery efforts global internet initiatives Global internet initiatives |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
its innovative technology
its rapid deployment Fast deployment its user-friendly setup high data speeds fast installation its low latency compared to traditional satellite internet. its ambitious launch schedule |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Space_X's_Starlink_project
Space X's mission the New Space economy the satellite internet market |
| gptkbp:is_regulated_by |
gptkb:FCC
|
| gptkbp:is_supported_by |
Government contracts
|
| gptkbp:is_used_by |
Remote users
remote workers students in remote areas |
| gptkbp:is_used_for |
streaming services
telemedicine services remote education |
| gptkbp:launch_date |
gptkb:2019
2019-05-24 monthly February 2019 2019-05-23 multiple launches per month monthly launches |
| gptkbp:launch_event |
high
widely publicized |
| gptkbp:launch_platform |
gptkb:Space_X
|
| gptkbp:launch_price |
approximately $2 million per launch
approximately $250 million per launch |
| gptkbp:launch_vehicle |
gptkb:Falcon_9
gptkb:Falcon_9_rocket |
| gptkbp:launched |
gptkb:2020
gptkb:Space_X over 150 in 2019 |
| gptkbp:market_position |
leading satellite internet provider
|
| gptkbp:membership |
rapid
rapid increase in subscribers |
| gptkbp:mobile_service |
in development
|
| gptkbp:network |
dynamic routing
dynamic bandwidth allocation |
| gptkbp:offers |
various subscription plans
global coverage Beta service |
| gptkbp:operated_by |
gptkb:Space_X
|
| gptkbp:operational_status |
operational
|
| gptkbp:orbit_type |
over 3000
low Earth orbit multiple missions flat-panel satellites approximately 260 kg flat-panel over 100 launches by 2023 Ku-band and Ka-band deploys in batches thousands planned |
| gptkbp:orbital_altitude |
550 km
340 km to 550 km |
| gptkbp:orbital_inclination |
53 degrees
|
| gptkbp:owned_by |
gptkb:Space_X
|
| gptkbp:part_of |
Space X's vision for global internet
Space X's broader mission |
| gptkbp:partnership |
gptkb:Google
gptkb:T-Mobile gptkb:NASA gptkb:U._S._military government agencies collaborations with tech firms |
| gptkbp:partnerships |
gptkb:various_countries
various telecommunications companies |
| gptkbp:performance |
improving
20-40 ms improving over time |
| gptkbp:price |
$499
$110 |
| gptkbp:project |
in development
laser communication links potential for 5 G integration |
| gptkbp:provides |
High-speed internet
high-speed internet satellite internet services internet access in emergencies Internet to remote areas Internet to ships |
| gptkbp:provides_information_on |
unlimited
|
| gptkbp:provides_support_for |
24/7 customer service
online resources and community |
| gptkbp:purpose |
gptkb:constellation
providing internet access |
| gptkbp:regulatory_compliance |
gptkb:various_countries
gptkb:FCC navigating international laws international licensing |
| gptkbp:release_region |
available in many countries
|
| gptkbp:reliability |
high
high availability |
| gptkbp:requires |
a satellite dish
|
| gptkbp:route |
increasing
scalable architecture |
| gptkbp:satellite_design_updates |
ongoing improvements
|
| gptkbp:satellite_launch_cost |
decreasing
|
| gptkbp:security |
end-to-end encryption
|
| gptkbp:service |
October 2020
2020-10-26 October 2020 in the US |
| gptkbp:service_area |
gptkb:Europe
gptkb:Australia gptkb:New_Zealand gptkb:North_America parts of South America |
| gptkbp:service_type |
broadband internet
|
| gptkbp:services |
ongoing
ongoing efforts |
| gptkbp:speed |
up to 150 Mbps
up to 200 Mbps |
| gptkbp:subscription_model |
$110
$110 per month |
| gptkbp:subsidiary |
gptkb:Space_X
|
| gptkbp:sustainability_efforts |
ongoing
addressing environmental concerns deorbiting old satellites |
| gptkbp:system_requirements |
dish and Wi-Fi router
|
| gptkbp:target_audience |
rural and remote areas
|
| gptkbp:target_market |
rural and remote areas
|
| gptkbp:territory |
ongoing
planned |
| gptkbp:total_satellites_launched |
over 3,000
over 3000 |
| gptkbp:track |
automated systems
|
| gptkbp:updates |
regular software updates
|
| gptkbp:user_base |
over 1 million
growing growing rapidly |
| gptkbp:user_experience |
variable
varies by location low latency gaming |
| gptkbp:user_feedback |
generally positive
mixed |
| gptkbp:user_interface |
mobile app for management
|
| gptkbp:uses |
Low Earth Orbit satellites
low Earth orbit satellites |
| gptkbp:year_created |
less than an hour
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Elon_Musk
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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