Optical network concept. Photo: Warpspace

The Japanese government has selected Warpspace for a small business innovation research (SBIR) project to develop interoperable optical communication modems and routers. Japan’s SBIR program supports R&D and commercializing small businesses and startups to accelerate innovation in the country. 

Warpspace said in an Aug. 6 announcement that it will develop optical communication modems and routers that are compatible and interoperable in satellite optical communication networks.

“Japan is one of the few countries researching and developing inter-satellite optical communication technology. Industry, government, and academia in Europe and the United States are devoting significant resources to applying this technology to revolutionize data communications worldwide. We believe that our selection for the SBIR program will give us the confidence and strong support to face the global market with technology from Japan,” commented Warpspace CEO Hiromitsu Azuma.