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Y Combinator Cast

10/31/24

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Astranis demonstrated that their project is not just a science experiment but a viable business that can be profitable, addressing investor concerns effectively during their pitch.

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You Don’t Have To Be A Billionaire To Launch Satellites

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You Don’t Have To Be A Billionaire To Launch Satellites

10/31/24

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Y Combinator Cast

10/31/24

@ Y Combinator

Astranis set ambitious goals during their Y Combinator batch to ensure they could attract investor attention, knowing they needed to demonstrate significant progress to secure funding.

Y Combinator Cast

10/31/24

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Astranis built their first prototype satellite quickly and successfully showcased it at demo day, which became a key example for new founders on what can be achieved in three months with ambition and hard work.

Y Combinator Cast

10/31/24

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Astranis began as a small startup in a downtown San Francisco apartment, demonstrating that you don't need billions to start a hard tech company.

Y Combinator Cast

10/31/24

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Astranis has in-house testing capabilities, including thermal vacuum chambers, allowing them to simulate space conditions and test their satellites before launch, which enhances their operational efficiency.

Y Combinator Cast

10/31/24

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Astranis is launching four satellites on a dedicated SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, marking a significant milestone as one of the first companies to secure a dedicated launch for their satellites.

Y Combinator Cast

10/31/24

@ Y Combinator

Despite the high costs associated with space, Astranis managed to build their spacecraft in a small apartment using basic infrastructure, showcasing that significant resources aren't always necessary.

Y Combinator Cast

10/31/24

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John practiced his pitch 50 times over three days, which helped Astranis raise one of the largest seed rounds at Y Combinator, enabling them to launch a satellite into space.

Y Combinator Cast

10/31/24

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Astranis launched their first commercial satellite into space, marking a significant breakthrough for the aerospace industry with their smaller, low-cost telecom satellites.

Y Combinator Cast

04/12/24

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Astranis successfully launched a nearly entirely 3D-printed rocket, marking a significant milestone in aerospace innovation.