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SPECTRE

Arcfield (formerly Orion Space Solutions)
SPECTRE

SPECTRE is a next-generation, multi-spectral optical payload delivering high-resolution weather monitoring and Earth observation performance in a compact, small-SWaP configuration.

Typed specifications13 values

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Mass
11 000 g
datasheet p.2
Spectral bands
5
Visible (VIS), Near-Infrared (NIR), Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR… · datasheet p.2
Power consumption
46 W
OAP · datasheet p.2
Lead time
11 months
from signed contract to delivery to the launch site · datasheet p.2 11 months max · signed contract to delivery to launch site
Camera type
multispectral
datasheet p.1 LWIR (thermal) Long-Wave Infrared (LWIR) band imaged  |  MWIR Mid-Wave Infrared (MWIR) band imaged  |  NIR Near-Infrared (NIR) band imaged  |  SWIR Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) band imaged
Spectral range
400–14 000 nm
wavelengths that can be accommodated · datasheet p.2
Flight heritage
Demonstrated on the Rapid Revisit Optical Cloud Imager (RROCI) mission, launched as part of the U.S. Space Force's EO/IR Weather System (EWS) program; integrated into the RROCI 12U CubeSat
datasheet p.1
Satellite class
CubeSat
RROCI 12U CubeSat · datasheet p.1

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As published by the supplier9 lines, in the manufacturer's own wording
Payload type
Multi-spectral EO/IR optical payload
Design focus
Small-SWaP (size, weight, power) miniaturized configuration
Primary applications
High-resolution Earth observation, climate/environmental monitoring, defense weather monitoring
Power
46 W OAP
Volume
12U
Mass
11KG
Payload operability
> 90%
Pointing accuracy
30 ARCSEC
Pointing knowledge
10 ARCSEC

About

SPECTRE is Orion’s next-generation, multi-spectral optical payload designed to deliver unparalleled weather monitoring performance in a compact, small-SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) configuration. It is built for versatility and efficiency, making it an ideal solution for high-resolution Earth observation, climate and environmental monitoring, and defense missions where space and power are limited. The payload leverages Orion’s expertise in sensor miniaturization and multi-spectral imaging, redefining compact performance within the EO/IR (Electro-Optical/Infrared) domain. It is one of Orion’s advanced optical sensor products, engineered to deliver precise, reliable data in dynamic environments through cutting-edge engineering and miniaturization, empowering missions with high-performance, invaluable data.

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