Partner Profile: Astrocast

Overview

• URL: https://www.astrocast.com/
• Focus: Cost-effective LEO Satellite IoT Connectivity.
• Status: Registered as alternative backhaul. Referenced by DP Technics.

Technology

• Connectivity: Proprietary L-band LEO network.
• Hardware: Astronode S module (integrated antenna or external options).
• Architecture: Low-power, low-data (0.1 KB to 1 KB messages).
• Roadmap: Working towards standard NB-IoT NTN compatibility in future generations.

Strategic Fit for TuVaca

• Alternative Backhaul: Reliable "Plan B" or alternative to Skylo/Sateliot for ultra-low-power Leader Nodes.
• Global Reach: True global coverage for remote Mercosur areas.
• Ecosystem: Validated by DP Technics; potentially compatible with Walter-based gateways.

Interaction Summary

• May 12, 2026: Registered as strategic alternative based on technical benchmarking and DP Technics recommendation.