MDS Solaris v1.5.0. is here!

2026-04-03

Big step forward for mission design – MDS Solaris v1.5.0 is here!

Here is the list of key improvements:

Orbit propagation improvements

  • Full integration of SGP4 to be used as an internal propagator.
  • TUDAT support expansion – custom dynamic modelling and preset propagators for solar system planets.

Graphic modeling improvements

  • Earth albedo, camera modelling reference axes, Gradual camera blur
  • Lens flare, object render distance modifyable and sun brightness modification via API
  • Satellite visual material properties are editable in real-time

Other

  • New MDS launcher to improve navigation upon initial startup
  • Internal engine migration to Unity 6
  • UI Improvements
  • API Installer improvements
  • Satellite +constellation parametrization with LTAN
  • New library of scenario templates
  • Satellite pointing mode expansion, allowing to point satellite with custom targets (GS, satellites, planets)
  • Spacecraft and Ground Station sensor FOV projection
  • Internal Celestrak and Space-track integration for TLE requests
  • Grafana integration and initial dashboard deployment
  • Manual control improvements

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