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Date: August 15, 2023
 
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Lockheed Martin Opens State of the Art Facility for Small Satellites Development

Lockheed Martin

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LeoStella Showcases New LS-300 Advanced Small Satellite Platform

LeoStella

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Phase Four Announces its New Maxwell Block 3 Plasma Propulsion Thruster

Phase Four

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Rocket Lab Secures New Deal to Launch HASTE Mission from Virginia

Rocket Lab

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Spire Global Awarded Contract by GHGSat to Build Satellites for Emissions Monitoring

Spire Global

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Rocket Lab Signs New Block Buy Deal for Five Electron Launches with BlackSky

Rocket Lab USA

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Pale Blue to Supply Water-Based Propulsion Systems for Yonsei University

Pale Blue

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Firefly Aerospace Showcases New Elytra Orbital Vehicles with Enhanced On-Orbit Mobility

Firefly Aerospace

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EnduroSat to Design and Build Vyoma’s Space Situational Awareness Satellite Constellation

Endurosat

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Blue Canyon Technologies Introduces Largest Form Factor in its CubeSat Product Line

Blue Canyon Technologies

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True Anomaly Selects Redwire to Provide Cameras and Navigation Technology for its Orbital Vehicle

Redwire Space

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Virgin Galactic Successfully Completes First Private Astronaut Spaceflight

Virgin Galactic

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NASA Awards $6.5 Million Contract to Spire Global for Earth Observation Data

NASA

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ISRO Successfully Conducts Drogue Parachute Deployment Tests for Gaganyaan Mission

ISRO

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Firefly Aerospace and Xtenti Collaborate to Conduct Responsive Space Demonstration Mission

Xtenti

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Zenno Integrates Worlds First Superconducting Magnetic Torquer in D-Orbit’s Satellite Carrier

D-Orbit

Latest Space and Satellite Whitepapers
The Role of Space-based Communications in the 5G Era - Intelsat
Small Magnetic Sensors for Space Applications - MDPI-Open Access
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Maximize SWaP Savings and Performance with Low ESR Capacitors - Quantic Evans
Space-Qualified RF and Microwave Components - Mercury Systems
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Featured Space and Satellite Products
RF Transistor
1-6 GHz GaN High Electron Mobility Transistor
RF Transistor  from United Monolithic Semiconductors

The CHKA012bSYA from United Monolithic Semiconductors is an RF GaN Transistor that operates up to 6 GHz. This transistor has a small signal gain of 19 dB and a saturated output power of 90 to 130 W. It has a power-added efficiency of 58% and a saturated drain current of 3.9 A. The transistor offers general-purpose and broadband solutions for a variety of RF power applications and is suited for multi-purpose applications such as radar and telecommunication.
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SATCOM Low Noise Block
C-Band PLL Low Noise Block
SATCOM Low Noise Block  from Norsat

The 3000i from Norsat is a SATCOM Low Noise Block with a frequency range of 4.5-4.8 GHz. This LNB has an IF frequency range of 1150-1450 MHz and an LO frequency of 5.95 GHz. It has a maximum input and output VSWR of 2.5: 1 and a phase noise of up to -93 dBc/Hz. The LNB has a gain of 65 dB and a minimum output P1dB of 3 dBm. It requires a DC supply power of 12-24 V. The 3000i has a mass of 575 g and measures 180 x 100  x 70 mm (L x W x H).
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Separation System
Low Shock Small Satellite Separation System
Separation System  from Beyond Gravity

The PAS 381S from Beyond Gravity is a Separation System with a total mass of  3.7 kg. It has a low shock output of less than 100 g’s (at 1 kHz). It has 4 - 24 separation springs with a spring energy of 1.1 joules. With a CBOD-LT separation system release mechanism it can provide a unique combination of high load capability. It has been developed to fit the ESPA 15-inch adapter interface and is designed for interfacing small spacecraft with launcher vehicles.
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Launch Vehicle Actuator
Non-Pyrotechnic Launch Vehicle Actuator
Launch Vehicle Actuator  from Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD)

The FC3 from Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is a Launch Vehicle Actuator with a maximum load support capability of 1400 lbf. It features a redundant firing circuit and has a minimum life of 60 cycles. The actuator has a mass of 40 g and measures 1.210 x 0.760 x 0.194 inches (length x diameter x thru hole). It is utilized in satellite applications to provide a simple and effective non-pyrotechnic separation between two components or structures.
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Space Qualified Capacitor
2.2-2200 uF Space-Qualified Ceramic Capacitors
Space Qualified Capacitor  from Kyocera AVX

The MIL PRF 32535 BME X7R MLCC from Kyocera AVX are Space-Qualified Capacitors with a capacitance range of 2.2-2200 uF. It require a supply voltage of 16–100 V. These MIL PRF 32535-approved capacitors have a higher CV capability and incorporate Flexiterm technology for enhanced thermo-mechanical stress resistance. They are ideal for science exploration satellites, earth exploration satellites, communication satellites, and satellite launcher applications.
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Inertial Measurement Unit
Inertial Measurement Unit for Space Applications
Inertial Measurement Unit  from Cielo inertial Solutions

The IMU 42 from Cielo Inertial Solutions is an Inertial Measurement Unit with a gyro angular random walk of 0.02 degree/vhr. It requires a supply voltage of 5 -15 V and has a power consumption of up to 15 W. The IMU 42 has a mass of 0.84 Kg and occupies a volume of 0.45 liters. It is tested and combat-proven on a variety of operational applications, such as rocket systems, accurate munitions, payloads, UAVs, and civilian aircraft protection systems.
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SATCOM Antenna
240 to 400 MHz High-Gain Foldable Yagi Antenna
SATCOM Antenna  from ARA

The ARA-2576-2EX from ARA is a SATCOM Antenna that operates from  240 to 400 MHz. It has a gain of 9 dBic. It has a beamwidth of 80 degrees. The antenna comes with a black anodized finish for harsh environmental operations and can operate with any radio capable of UHF SATCOM. It has a deployment time of less than 3 minutes and is packaged in a 20 x 6 x 6-inch water-resistant bag. The antenna is ideal for military communications, and military SATCOM applications.
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Satellite Launch Vehicle Antenna
Space Qualified Monopole Blade Launch Vehicle Antenna
Satellite Launch Vehicle Antenna  from L3Harris Technologies

The AS-49063 from L3Harris Technologies is a Satellite Launch Vehicle Antenna with a frequency range of 408-430 MHz. This tunable monopole blade antenna has a peak gain of -3 dBi. It features a rugged construction encased in fused silica to minimize the effects of severe environments. The antenna has an altitude range of up to 50,000 feet and can withstand vibrations up to 35.87 Grms. It is ideal for extreme environments and space-type applications.
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Power Processing Unit for Thruster
Power Processing Unit for Hall Thruster
Power Processing Unit for Thruster  from Space Electric Thruster Systems (SETS)

The PPU-200 from Space Electric Thruster Systems (SETS) is a Power Processing Unit for thrusters with an anode power supply of up to 180 W. It supports CAN or RS-485 communication interfaces. This PPU for thrusters has a mass of 1.9 kg and measures 218 x 120 x 103 mm. It transforms onboard voltage to power the Hall thruster and is suitable for any mission requirement, from government-class spacecraft to commercial LEO satellite constellations.
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Star Tracker
Star Tracker for CubeSats and Large Satellites
Star Tracker  from ARCSEC

The Twinkle Star Tracker from ARCSEC is a Star Tracker with a field of view of 10.6 degrees and an update rate of 10 Hz. This star tracker has an accuracy of 3-30 arcseconds and can track up to 64 stars. It features a fast lost-in-space algorithm and has partial image download capability. It uses a radiation-shielded lens. The star tracker has a mass of 35g and measures 40 x 20 x 20 mm. It is extremely compact and easy to interface with CubeSats and large satellites.
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Test Loop Translator
5.85-6.65 GHz SATCOM Frequency Band Translator
Test Loop Translator  from GeoSync Microwave

The TRE-6.25–3.8 from GeoSync Microwave is a Test Loop Translator with an input frequency range of 5.85–6.65 GHz. This test loop translator has an LO frequency of 2.45 GHz and an impedance of 50 Ohms. It has a return loss of 18 dB and a noise figure of up to 25 dB. The test loop translator supports RS485 and RS422 serial interfaces. It requires a supply voltage of 90–250 VAC. The TRE-6.25-3.8 has a mass of 2.7 kg and features multiple remote connections.
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RF Cable Assembly
50 GHz Space Qualified Coaxial Cable Assembly
RF Cable Assembly  from Smiths Interconnect

The Space NXT 065QT from Smiths Interconnect is an RF Cable Assembly with a maximum frequency of 50 GHz and an impedance of 50 Ohms. This cable assembly has a shielding effectiveness of greater than 100 dB/ft and a capacitance of 26 pF/ft. The cable assembly has a minimum bend radius of 6.35 mm and a mass of 0.614 Kg/100m. It is ideal for applications such as satcom, navigation, military, scientific programs, manned space flight, and GEO, MEO, and LEO satellites.
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Gimbal
Space-Qualified Pointing Mechanism
Gimbal  from Tethers Unlimited

The COBRA HPX from Tethers Unlimited is a Space-Qualified Gimbal with a pointing accuracy of up to 0.5 degrees and a slew rate of up to 30 degrees/sec. This mechanism has a payload capacity of 1.25 Kg and a system mass of 0.45 kg. It has a working range of +/- 75 degrees (elevation) and a continuous azimuth of 360 degrees. It measures 115 x 69 mm (diameter x stowed) and is ideal for communication antennas, sensor instruments & propulsion devices.
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SATCOM Transceiver
40 W Ku-Band SATCOM Transceiver
SATCOM Transceiver  from Gilat Satellite Networks

The WTUE-040A01 from Gilat Satellite Networks is a SATCOM Transceiver with a transmit frequency range of 13.75-14.5 GHz and a receive frequency range of 10.7-12.75 GHz. This transceiver has an IF frequency range of 950-1700 MHz (transmit), and 950-2000 MHz (receive). The transceiver requires an AC power supply of 115 V. It has a mass of 9.5 Kg and measures 45 × 34.5 × 6.6 cm. The transceiver is airborne-qualified for commercial and military satcom applications.
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DC to DC Converter
50 W Radiation Hardened Isolated Power Converter
DC to DC Converter  from Microchip Technology

The SA50-28-3R3S from Microchip is a Radiation-Hardened DC-DC Converter that converts a DC input voltage of 20-40 V to a DC output voltage of 3.3 V. It has an output current of 10 A. This converter has a MIL-STD-461-compliant internal EMI filter and consists of differential and common mode components to attenuate conductive EMI noise effectively. This radiation-hardened converter is available in a through-hole package and is ideal for space and military applications.
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