Our
Components
We offer a wide range of high-performance, low-recurring cost, and rapid-response spacecraft systems and components.
Attitude control systems
No matter the mission, the XACT is up to the task. Our integrated attitude control solution enables CubeSats to point with the absolute highest accuracy - much higher than that of previously available models.
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pointing accuracy
±0.003 deg (1-sigma) for 2 axes; ± 0.0007 deg (1-sigma) for 3rd axis
mass
0.885 kg
volume
10 x 10 x 5 cm (0.5U)
typical data interface
RS-422
momentum capacity
15 mNms*can also be used with external 100 mNms wheels
Star trackers
A reliable, high-performance design, our Star Tracker is compatible with a variety of CubeSat and Nanosat configurations, and includes an internal baffle and electronics.
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attitude knowledge
6 asec (cross boresight) and 40 asec (about boresight)
mass
0.35 kg w/ baffle
volume
10 x 5.5 x 5 cm
sky coverage
> 99%
Reaction wheels
The Blue Canyon Technologies range of reaction wheels are built to provide your spacecraft with the precise combination of torque and momentum storage necessary to navigate a successful mission.Brushless DC motors, ultra-smooth bearings, and the BCT Reaction Wheel advanced lubrication system ensures low-jitter performance, and long life for your mission.
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momentum
0.015 Nms
mass
0.130 kg
volume
42 x 42 x 19 mm
max torque
0.004 Nm
Power systems capabilities
Sold as part of our XB Satellites. We offer configurations ranging from simple body mounted panels to multi-wing deployed arrays with the option to gimbal up to two arrays.
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power
28W - 42W
RF COMMUNICATIONS CAPABILITIES
Our in-house designed and manufactured microstrip patch antennas and software defined radios are used for many spacecraft programs – including CubeSats, Nanosats and Microsatellites. Customization is available for RF capabilities.
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power
Can handle 10 Watts CW**(Connector, cable and substrate dependent)
