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SPECIFICATIONS

Note: Draft specifications subject to change.
Structures

Lightweight, modular CubeSat frames built with precision for rapid integration.

  • Sizes: 1U / 3U XL/ 6U XL formats - roadmap to 12U and 16U
  • Material: Aluminum 6061-T6 or PEEK
  • Mass: 0.15 kg (1U) – 0.80 kg (6U) including fasteners
  • Finish: Hard-anodized or carbon composite shell
  • Compliance: Full PC/104 and CubeSat Design Standard
Communication

Versatile multi-band radios for command, telemetry, and payload data downlink.

  • UHF (LoRa) / S-Band / Iridium options
  • Data Rate: 9.6 kbps (UHF) to 20 Mbps (S-Band)
  • Software-Defined Radio (SDR) firmware reprogrammable on-orbit
  • Forward error correction + AES-256 encryption for privacy
Antennas

Deployable and patch antennas for stable communications and GNSS reception.

  • UHF (LoRa) • S-Band • Iridium • GNSS L1/E1 options
  • Deployable spring or hinge type; integrated ground plane
  • Gain: Up to +12 dBi depending on band
  • Polarization: Linear / RHCP / LHCP
Onboard Computer

Automotive-grade avionics for command, control, and payload coordination.

  • Current: PyCubed mainboard (flight-proven, open source)
  • CPU: ARM Cortex-M4F @120 MHz - roadmap to M7/A53 > 1 GHz
  • Memory: 512 KB Flash / 192 KB RAM - expandable to 1 GB RAM / 64 GB Flash
  • OS: MicroPython (FreeRTOS / RTEM5 planned)
  • Interfaces: USB-C, I²C, SPI, UART, CAN Bus, GPIO, microSD slot
  • Power Draw: 0.9 – 3.5 W
Power Modules

Reliable energy storage and distribution with smart regulation.

  • Configurations: 1U–6U with Li-ion or LiFePO₄ packs
  • Output: 3.3 V / 5 V / 12 V rails, 30W OAP (3U), 80 W peak
  • Charge Efficiency: > 92 %
  • Battery Capacity: 40 – 150 Wh
  • Protection: OCP, UVLO, Thermal, Redundant FET switching
Solar Panels

High-efficiency solar power generation tailored for demanding nanosatellite payload.

  • Fixed or double Deployable arrays (1U–6U)
  • Triple-junction GaAs cells > 29 % efficiency
  • Output: 15 – 90 W (depending on area/orientation)
  • Integrated sun sensor and temperature telemetry
  • Deployment: MPPT / tape-spring / burn-wire options

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