As space exploration advances, future missions increasingly depend on sophisticated and complex ConOps scenarios. LARS Sim tackles one of the biggest challenges faced; creating highly realistic, data-centre-enabled simulators that can handle thousands of high-fidelity scenes to support advanced concept development.
We’re thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a pioneering innovation contract from the European Space Agency to deliver Large AI & Robotics Space Simulation (LARS Sim), a next-generation simulation platform set to accelerate space mission development with breakthrough capabilities.
As space exploration advances, future missions increasingly depend on sophisticated, complex ConOps scenarios often including robotics, AI and intelligent systems. LARS Sim tackles one of the biggest challenges – creating highly realistic, data centre-enabled simulators that can handle thousands of high-fidelity scenes to support advanced concept development, verification, and validation of complex missions and autonomous systems.
What sets LARS Sim apart is its ability to leverage data centre-powered multi-scene and multi-view rendering, combined with AI-driven tools. To help small, expert teams manage the enormous volume of scenes generated, the fully developed concept will utilise Deep Learning-based AI techniques that simplify scene distribution and streamline assessments, ensuring rapid, high-quality insights.
This contract is the first phase, carried out as a part of ESA’s GSTP programme which aims to de-risk key enablers by redefining how mission concepts progress from ideas to operational reality using advanced techniques. We’re excited to be leading this change-making innovation in the space sector. Stay tuned for updates as we take this journey with ESA to shape the future of mission simulation and accelerate the path to space.
Dr Mark Woods, CSO at CFMS said: “We’re at a pivotal moment in the space industry, where bold ambition demands pioneering tools to keep pace. LARS Sim is a critical first step in meeting this need – accelerating advanced innovations to transform how we bring complex missions to life from concept to operational success.”