| Segment | Research | Development | Production |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earth Observation | ✔ | ||
| Life and Physical Sciences | |||
| Satellite-based Applications | ✔ | ||
| Instruments and Payloads | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Spacecraft and on-board Equipment | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Ground Segment | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Materials and Processes | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Structures | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Electronic Components | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Software | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Basic Research for Space Technology | ✔ | ||
| Small Satellite Activities | ✔ | ✔ |
Profile
Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences, generally known as OST, is the university of applied sciences for the six cantons of Eastern Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein. We are an innovative, high-performing, conscientious organization of experts offering strong execution, rapid action and flexibility. Thanks to a strong local presence for our stakeholders, exceptional transfer orientation and interdisciplinarity, and a leading national role in our chosen key areas, we are able to achieve a sustainable social and economic impact for eastern Switzerland and beyond.
OST at a glance
- Lightweight construction and composite material processing
- Wireless communications
- Satellite navigation
- Antenna design (CEM Simulation, Anechoic Chamber)
- Parachute design (CFD and trajectory simulation, wind tunnel testing)
- Engineering deployment systems for sounding rockets
Space Activities
- Created in 1955
- 3 schools
- 6 Departments
- 35 Institutes and centers
- 3'800 Students
- 22 bachelor and master programmes
- 180+ university cooperations in 52 countries
