# Satellite-Building Kits A Scottish Startup is Offering $6,000 'Pocketqube' Satellite-Building Kits By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-12-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketqube References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/build-your-own-satellite-pocketqube/35217/) & [pocketqubeshop](http://www.pocketqubeshop.com/) PocketQube Shop, a Scotland-based startup is offering inexpensive PocketQube satellite kits that make it easier than ever for [amateur space enthusiasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacebased-intelligence), high schools and universities to build functional satellites for as little as $6,000. The small size of the PocketQube satellites means they can be launched at a relatively low cost compared to the popular CubeSat satellites. The PocketQube satellites measure just 5 cm per side and have 1/8th the volume and weight of a CubeSat. The satellites cost a relatively inexpensive $20,000 to launch into orbit, but are sophisticated enough to carry out some interesting tasks while in [low Earth orbit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabresat). The PocketQube Kit includes a spacecraft frame, radio board, on-board computer and a programmable development board that can be used to test electronic boards. Users can also add extra parts such as antennae and [solar panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satellite-iot-technology) at extra expense. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Low-cost Satellite Building:** Opportunity for businesses to disrupt the satellite industry by offering low-cost satellite building kits. - **Amateur Space Exploration:** Opportunity for innovative companies to cater to the growing market of amateur space enthusiasts with affordable satellite solutions. - **Miniaturized Satellite Technology:** Opportunity to develop disruptive innovations in miniaturized satellite technology, allowing for cost-effective launches and diverse applications. ### Where This Applies - **Space Technology:** Space technology companies can take advantage of the trend by developing affordable satellite building kits and services. - **Education:** Education industry can benefit from offering curriculum or programs related to building and launching miniaturized satellites for high schools and universities. - **Electronics Manufacturing:** Electronic manufacturing companies have the opportunity to provide specialized components and equipment for low-cost satellite building kits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [IoT-Focused Satellite Deployments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-kite.md) - [IoT Space Satellites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isar-aerospace.md) - [WiFi-Equipped Satellite Internet Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starlink-mini.md) - [Personal Internet Satellite Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starlink.md) - [Mini Moon Rovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sora-q.md) - [Modular Robotics Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-robotics-kit.md) - [Portable Satellite Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starlink-mini1.md) - [Miniscule Modular Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pockit.md) - [Pocket-Friendly Games Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketfriendly-games-console.md)