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AxionOrbital Space, founded in June 2025 and backed by Y Combinator, is developing advanced models for continuous Earth observation that convert synthetic aperture radar (SAR) data into human-readable optical images in just 0.06 seconds. The startup has quickly established its infrastructure and secured its first client in California, targeting sectors such as defense and mining, while claiming no direct competitors in SAR-optical translation. Their goal is to create a universal intelligence layer for the Earth observation industry, ensuring visibility regardless of weather conditions or time.