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Space Shift Introduces Official SDK and CLI for SateAIs API

In a recent announcement, Space Shift Inc., headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has launched the official Software Development Kit (SDK) and Command Line Interface (CLI) for its satellite data analysis API, known as SateAIs™ API. Both tools are open-source under the MIT license and are now available for quick installation via PyPI for Python and npm for JavaScript and TypeScript.

SateAIs API, which offers AI-powered satellite data analysis, first entered beta in April 2026. This release of the official SDK and CLI marks a significant enhancement, streamlining the implementation of HTTP requests, authentication processes, and polling for completed analysis results. This means users can integrate satellite data analysis into their systems or data pipelines with just a few lines of code.

Features of the Official SDK and CLI

1. Simple Execution of Analysis: Users can execute analyses and retrieve results in GeoJSON format solely through method calls in the SDK. The system automatically waits for asynchronous job completions, sparing developers the need to manage job states manually.

Example in Python:
```python
from sateais import Client
client = Client()
job = client.analyze.ship(scene_id="S1A_IW_GRDH_...")
result = client.jobs.wait(job.job_id)
```

Example in CLI:
```bash
sateais analyze ship scene-id S1A_IW_GRDH_... wait -o ships.geojson
```

2. Development Environment Compatibility: The Python SDK is designed for seamless integration into data analysis and GIS workflows. The JavaScript version operates without any dependency packages and includes type definitions, ensuring functionality across Node.js and modern browsers.

3. CLI for No-Code Automation: Users can execute analyses and retrieve results directly from the terminal using the `sateais` command. This feature allows for the integration of analysis tasks into shell scripts or cron jobs, facilitating routine monitoring without developing custom programs.

Supported Packages

• - sateais (SDK + CLI): Compatible with Python 3.x. Install using:

```bash
pip install sateais
```

• - @sateais/sdk: Compatible with JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js 18+ and browsers). Install using:

```bash
npm install @sateais/sdk
```

Through either package, users can access a unified interface to invoke various analyses provided by the SateAIs API, including ship detection, oil slick detection, new building detection, disappearing building detection, and time-series change detection. Both SDKs come with comprehensive guides and references available in the SateAIs API documentation, hosted on the official website.

How to Use SateAIs API

To get started with the SateAIs API, users need to register for an account and obtain an API key at the SateAIs API Console (https://console.spcsft.com/). Once installed, the API can be accessed even on a free plan, allowing for up to 500 credits of analysis per month.

Note: The SateAIs API is currently in beta, meaning functionalities and pricing may change without prior notice, and SLA guarantees for uptime do not apply.

Future Developments

Space Shift is committed to enhancing its SateAIs API as a key channel for satellite data analysis. Alongside the SDK and CLI launch, the company is working on expanding its satellite offerings and analytical capabilities while also integrating generative AI, thereby promoting accessibility to these valuable data analysis tools across various industries and professions.

About SateAIs

SateAIs embodies the concept of "Satellite × AI Analysis for On-the-Ground Strength", systematically categorizing satellite data analysis algorithms developed by Space Shift for various applications and delivery forms. By organizing these algorithms into accessible AI packages, SateAIs significantly lowers the barriers for municipalities, businesses, and research institutions to utilize satellite data for addressing operational challenges.

About Space Shift

Established in December 2009, Space Shift Inc. aims to "Sense the Unseen from Orbit", focusing on the development of AI capable of analyzing data from Earth observation satellites. Its SateAIs satellite data analysis packages are applicable across a variety of sectors, including infrastructure management, disaster risk reduction, agriculture, and environmental conservation. The company also runs a collaborative business program, SateBiz, to promote sustainable societal development using satellite data.

Contact Information:

• - Company Name: Space Shift Inc.
• - Representative: President Naruo Kanemoto
• - Headquarters: 6th Floor, Otemachi Building, 1-6-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda, Tokyo 100-0004
• - Established: December 11, 2009
• - Capital: ¥703,990,750 (including capital reserve)
• - Website: https://www.spcsft.com/

For inquiries related to this release, you can contact Space Shift's team at Contact Form or via email at [email protected].

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