The ELO 1 and ELO 2 payloads are hosted on a satellite platform combining several missions. They are being used to support the initial phases of the ELO service.
Satellite manufacturer: Loft Orbital
Size: The host satellite platform measures 70cm x 70cm x 70cm and both ELO 1 and ELO 2’s maximum antenna dimension is 50cm.
Weight: The platform hosting Eutelsat’s payloads weighs 80kg. Both ELO 1 and ELO 2 payloads weigh 8kg.
Coverage: Global
Launch: June 2021
ELO 3 and ELO 4 will be used to scale up the ELO service.
Satellite manufacturer: Clyde Space
Size: 6U cubesat - 6 litres or 30cm x 20cm x 10cm before the deployment of its solar panels.
Weight: 12 kg.
Coverage: Global
Scheduled launch: ELO 3: Q1/2023 ; ELO 4: Q2/2023