Amy Blas Hawaii Space Flight Laboratory University of Hawaii
What is CubeSat? 10x10x10 centimeter cube Launched in lower earth orbit (LEO) Developed in California Involves over 60 universities and high schools
CP-1 CalPoly CubeSat
Kumu a’o CubeSat Project The project started last semester. 14 members Objective is to be the first CubeSat in space from Hawaii
The Different Subsystems Tele-Communication Electrical Power (EPS) Command and Data Handling (C&DH) Thermal Structural
Mission Objectives Survive launch Establish communication Mission duration of 4 months
Power Objectives Control energy from solar cells Produce 1 watt of power Minimize losses
Problems Time Weight Volume
Expectations Gain extensive knowledge of power subsystems Components Capabilities Fabrication
Deliverable Goals Schematic and PCB layout of Power subsystem Begin Fabrication Analyze Solar Cell Output
Proposed Schedule Spring 2008: Start fabrication CubeSat Fall 2008: CubeSat Complete, Start testing Spring 2009: Testing complete Fall 2009: Launch and Operate
Kumua’o Gantt Chart