he Evolution of Mini Satellites: Building Europe's Galileo Navigation System

The video discusses the development and significance of mini satellites, focusing on Giove, a key component of Europe's Galileo satellite navigation system. Built at the University of Surrey, Giove is part of a 30-satellite constellation offering civilian access with military precision. The Galileo system is Europe's response to GPS and GLONAS, promising improved technology and applications. Giove's development from concept to launch took 27 months, highlighting its civilian character as a guarantee of continuity and quality.

What was the primary reason for the development of mini satellites?

Who is Barton Sweeting and what is his contribution to the Galileo project?

Describe the significance of the Giove satellite in the context of the Galileo system.

What advancements does next generation technology promise for the Galileo system?

How does the Galileo system differ from the American GPS and Russian GLONAS systems?