Minimum Viable Constellation (MVC)
A Minimum Viable Constellation (MVC) refers to the smallest number of satellites in a satellite constellation that can provide a minimum level of service to its customers. This approach is often taken by companies looking to enter the satellite industry with a smaller budget or by those looking to quickly validate their technology or business model before investing in a larger constellation. An MVC typically consists of two to four satellites, and the main objective is to demonstrate the feasibility of a larger constellation that can provide enhanced services. Once the MVC has been shown successfully, companies scale can secure further funding to launch additional satellites and grow their constellation.
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- https://www.researchgate.net/publication/336130509_PNT_Luna_-_Minimum_Viable_Constellation_for_Lunar_Navigation_and_Communication
- https://www.diva-portal.org/smash/get/diva2:1719738/FULLTEXT01.pdf
- https://www.swissre.com/dam/jcr:8bb6ac1d-a158-4b46-b32e-903ae5f89964/how-satellite-%20constellations-impact-space-risk.pdf