Cubesat Magnetorquer Rod
SSBV Aerospace & Technology
The Cubesat Magnetorquer Rod is a compact and efficient solution for attitude control and detumbling of CubeSats, utilizing the Earth's magnetic field.
Technical specifications
- Power
- Typically 200 mW
- Supply voltage
- 5 Volt
- Operating temperature
- -35oC to +75oC
- Lifetime
- >10 years
- Dimensions
- 7 cm (Length)
- Diameter
- 9 mm
- Mass
- <30 g
About
The Cubesat Magnetorquer Rod is a crucial component for attitude determination and control systems (ADCS) in CubeSats. It provides a reliable and power-efficient method for active detumbling and attitude control by generating magnetic dipole moments that interact with the Earth’s magnetic field. This allows for precise orientation adjustments and stabilization of the satellite. The rod is designed to be compact and lightweight, making it suitable for the stringent size and mass constraints of CubeSat platforms. Its robust construction ensures reliable operation in the harsh space environment. This product is ideal for CubeSat missions requiring active magnetic control for various operational phases, from initial detumbling to fine attitude pointing.
Documentation
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