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Author(s): Thomas Yen, Tensor TechAfan Huang, Tensor TechJulien Hennequin, Tensor TechSam Lee, Tensor Tech Presenter: Thomas Yen, CEO, Tensor Tech Abstract: Control Moment Gyroscopes (CMGs) are advanced attitude control devices used in satellite Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS). Leveraging gyroscopic torque, CMGs provide precise and efficient angular momentum management, making them ideal for agile […]

Author(s): Bart Kevers, Fugro Innovation and TechnologyJames Bartle, Fugro GB Marine LimitedJonathan Ward, Fugro Innovation and TechnologyGencer Yilmaz, Fugro Innovation and TechnologyScoot Glazier, Fugro Australia Pty Ltd Presenter: Bart Kevers, Mr., Fugro Innovation and Technology Abstract: Satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) are commonly equipped with GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems) receivers to obtain real-time […]

Author(s): Martin Grimm, Jena-OptronikSebastian Colditz, Jena-OptronikReinhard Berger, Jena-OptronikSteffen Hahn, Jena-OptronikSteffen Schwarz, Jena-OptronikUwe Schmidt, Jena-Optronik Presenter: Martin Grimm, Dr., Jena-Optronik Abstract: The ASTRO© CL is Jena-Optronik’s compact star tracker, which is optimized for small satellites and constellations. The core driver of the ASTRO© CL design is bringing radiation robustness to compact constellation class star trackers. This […]

Author(s): Adrien GUIGNABERT, Comat Presenter: TBD TBD, Qualification challenges of an SADM using the slipring technology, Comat Abstract: The qualification sequence went through the typical path of mechanical and thermal vacuum environments followed by a lifetime operational test under high vacuum and thermal conditions. Functional tests were regularly performed in order to monitor the good […]

Author(s): Johan Leijtens, Lens R&D B.V.Frank Stelwagen, Systematic Design B.V. Presenter: Johan Leijtens, Systems Engineer/CEO, Lens R&D B.V. Abstract: Since November 2018, Lens R&D B.V. has been developing a single chip true digital Sunsensor in cooperation with Systematic design B.V. The activities employed in frame of an ESA ARTES AT (advance technology) contract and supported […]

Author(s): Oliver Trojak, University of SouthamptonNina Vaidya, University of SouthamptonKoosha Nassiri NAzif, Stanford University Presenter: Nina Vaidya, Lecturer, University of Southampton Abstract: Compared to traditional cells, ultra-thin cells of ~1um thickness have power/weight ratios several orders of magnitude higher: enabling most efficient use of launch system constraints. Operation in space requires shielding from damaging radiation […]