In Episode 19, Ben sits down with CEO and founder of Kubos, a cloud-based mission control platform for satellite operations. Kubos' software enables operators to work smoothly using the same tools and processes during both development and operations. From mission design and onboard software to hardware testing and mission operations in the cloud, the system is designed to take care of every aspect of a satellite’s flight software.   Hear how Kubos’ platform is changing and constantly improving space satellites, what it’s like being the leader of a successful space industry start-up and hear Tylers predictions for the future of satellite and space tech. 00:18 Welcome back – introduction to Kubos 01:01 Tyler Browder welcome to the Astro Ben Podcast 02:02 Ben asks for a geography lesson on American states 03:24 Texas becoming new space centre? 05:15 What is Kubos and why Portland? 07:18 Kubos explained in lamens terms 08:35 Apollo 13 09:31 Has remote working made Kubos’ journey to market easier? 11:31 Who are Kubos’ clients? 14:10 Major Tom 15:15 How has Kubos effected how satellites talk to each other? 17:15 Using data to predict satellites future movements 18:03 Kubos team 18:55 Entrepreneur’s journey – highs and lows? 20:48 Reaction from investors – was it difficult? 23:30 The future is in the cloud? Where is Kubos going? 25:30 How important is security? 26:56 Where does Tyler see the space industry going? 29:22 Final word – Tyler 30:00 Quick wrap and Kubos Social Media Website: https://www.kubos.com/ Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/kubos-corporation/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kubostech Stay connected with us! Use #Astroben across various social media platforms to engage with us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astrobenpodcast/ Website (coming soon): www.astroben.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/gambleonit?lang=en Please subscribe and rate - Ad Astra!