Operator TypesCAP
Collision Avoidance Provider
An entity providing space situational awareness services including conjunction assessment and collision avoidance support.
Collision Avoidance Providers (CAPs) offer critical services for space safety, helping operators avoid collisions with other space objects and debris.
Services Provided
- Conjunction data messages (CDMs)
- Collision probability assessment
- Maneuver planning support
- Post-maneuver verification
- Anomaly detection and alerting
Data Sources CAPs typically aggregate data from:
- Space surveillance networks (US SSN, EU SST)
- Commercial tracking providers
- Operator-provided ephemeris data
- Radar and optical observations
Regulatory Status Under the EU Space Act, CAPs are recognized as essential service providers. Requirements include:
- Data quality standards
- Service level agreements
- Coordination with EUSPA SST
- Cybersecurity measures
Key Providers
- EU SST (governmental)
- LeoLabs (commercial)
- ExoAnalytic Solutions (commercial)
- Privateer (commercial)