SATERA

Space-based composite Ads-b and multilaTeration systEm validation thRough scalable simulAtions


SATERA addresses the concept of a space-based composite ADS-B + E-MLAT system using ADS-B and MLAT receiving stations on board small satellites on low Earth orbits.

SATERA Aims

SATERA aims to design and validate a GNSS independent ATC surveillance system enabling the definition of integrity parameters for space-based ADS-B data improving the Air Traffic Security and Safety. 

SATERA aims to be a key enabler to optimize air operations, mainly for long-haul flights over oceanic or uninhabited areas, allowing the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, the increase of airspace capacity, safety and security.

SATERA aims to enhance European airspace sovereignty by fostering the provision of critical ATM services by European companies, enhancing the European industrial leadership on the ATC by the use of satellites and boosting the deployment of space-based ADS-B in Europe.

SATERA Objectives

Project Timeline

Latest News

  • European Aerospace Science Network conference
    Exciting News!Our paper, “A Performance Prediction Tool for Satellite-Based Air Traffic Independent Localisation and Surveillance”, has been accepted for presentation at the 15th EASN International Conference! 📅 Conference Dates: October 14–17, 2025📍 Location: Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, SpainThis work, authored by Victor Monzonis Melero , Giulio Sidoretti , Juan Vicente Balbastre Tejedor , Mauro Leonardi , Mahsa Mohebbi presents a simulation tool that predict accuracy of satellite-based aircraft localisation using… Read more: European Aerospace Science Network conference
  • International Astronautical congress
    We’re thrilled to share that we will present our paper titled“Space-based multilateration system for a GNSS-independent aircraft localization” at the 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2025) — taking place in Sydney, Australia (29 sep-03 oct 2025)! This work, authored by Mauro Leonardi, Giulio Sidoretti, and Mahsa Mohebbi, Edoardo Navarra will be presented under Symposium B2 – IAF Space Communications and Navigation, during the “Space-based PNT Architectures,applications, and services” session We… Read more: International Astronautical congress
  • MetroAeroSpace 2025
    From 18-20 June 2025, our paper titled “Robust and resilient GNSS synchronization of LEO satellites for space-based aircraft multilateration” was presented at the MetroAeroSpace 2025 in Naples, Italy.