September 7, 2026 | Bengaluru, India
General Datum welcomed Dr. Vinod Kumar, Director, Promotion Directorate, Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), to its exhibition stall at Bengaluru Space Expo (BSX) 2026, held at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru.
The visit, which took place on the opening day of the exhibition, provided an opportunity for General Datum to present its engineering capabilities, innovative technologies, and ongoing initiatives aimed at supporting India’s growing space ecosystem.
Showcasing General Datum’s Space and Nuclear Technologies
During the interaction, the General Datum team showcased four of its key technologies, highlighting the company’s multidisciplinary engineering capabilities across spacecraft development, satellite systems, and nuclear research applications.
The technologies presented included:
- CubeSat Platform: Modular satellite platforms designed for small-satellite missions, incorporating spacecraft structures, subsystems, and integration capabilities.
- Composite Deployer: Lightweight satellite deployment systems engineered for reliable CubeSat separation, structural efficiency, and compatibility with multiple launch vehicles.
- Bio Alpha Supreme: An alpha irradiation system developed using technology transferred from the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), supporting controlled irradiation and advanced laboratory research applications.
- Orbital Alpha: General Datum’s initiative focused on bridging space technology and nuclear science, exploring opportunities for radiation research, scientific experimentation, and technology qualification in space.
These demonstrations provided an overview of General Datum’s approach to developing indigenous technologies and integrated engineering solutions for future missions.
Discussions on Engineering Capabilities and Future Space Missions
During the visit, Dr. Vinod Kumar engaged with the General Datum team in discussions covering spacecraft engineering, advanced technologies, and potential applications of the company’s capabilities in upcoming space missions.
The interaction highlighted General Datum’s expertise in mechanical design, simulation, advanced composites, electronics, embedded systems, spacecraft subsystems, and assembly, integration, and testing (AIT).
The discussion also provided an opportunity to share the company’s vision for contributing to India’s evolving commercial space sector through research-driven innovation, indigenous product development, and collaborative engineering.
Supporting India’s Growing Private Space Ecosystem
IN-SPACe plays an important role in facilitating private-sector participation in India’s space activities and supporting the development of the country’s commercial space ecosystem.
The interaction at Bengaluru Space Expo 2026 enabled General Datum to present its ongoing technology initiatives and exchange perspectives on the engineering capabilities required for future satellite missions.
With a focus on indigenous technology development and multidisciplinary engineering, General Datum continues to pursue solutions that connect spacecraft engineering, advanced materials, electronics, and nuclear science.
Advancing Indigenous Space Engineering
The visit marked a meaningful engagement for General Datum on the opening day of Bengaluru Space Expo 2026.
General Datum appreciates Dr. Vinod Kumar for visiting its stall and engaging in discussions about the company’s technologies and future engineering capabilities.
Through continued innovation, technical development, and industry collaboration, General Datum remains committed to contributing to India’s next generation of space missions and strengthening the country’s indigenous space technology ecosystem.