Tel Aviv University nanosatellite reaches orbit Tel Aviv University nanosatellite reaches orbit “TAU-SAT1,” the first satellite to be completely designed, developed, assembled and tested at an Israeli university, will collect data on cosmic radiation. Part of the nanosatellite team at Tel Aviv University. The university's “AU-SAT1” satellite was launched on Feb. 20, 2021. Credit: TAU Spokesperson's Department. Spread the word. (February 22, 2021 / JNS) A nanosatellite made at Tel Aviv University is now in orbit and measuring cosmic radiation following its successful launch by NASA on Saturday, according to the university. The satellite, called “TAU-SAT1,” is the first to be completely designed, developed, assembled and tested at an Israeli university.