CubeSat Project
Cube Satellite Overview
The Cube Satellite is a groundbreaking aerospace project that aims to launch a cube-shaped satellite into space. We are pushing the boundaries of space exploration and technology.
Technical Specifications:
- Dimensions: 20cm x 10cm x 45cm
- Weight: 1kg
- Communication: Radio frequency
- Power: Solar panels
Features:
- High-resolution imaging
- Plant growth data collection & analysis
,mm- Communication relay
Design Elements:
- Compact and lightweight
- Modular structure for easy customization
- Sleek and modern aesthetic
Join us on this exciting journey as we revolutionize the way we feed humanity as we explore the universe.
Unlocking New Frontiers with Cube Satellite Technology
The Cube Satellite project offers unparalleled educational value, driving technological advancement and providing exciting research opportunities.
Educational Value
Supports experiments to understand optimal sustainable growth for high-yielding plants in space and low gravitational environments.
Technological Advancement
Provides a flight control system and a controlled habitat to experiment with ideal conditions for multiple high-yield plants.
Research Opportunities
Serves as a vessel for future life science research for NASA at Kennedy Space Center.
Inspiring Future Innovators
The data analysis from our CubeSat directly contributes to NASA's research on growing plants in controlled environments. This experiment gives NASA insight into how future missions on the Moon, Mars, or in space will look like where food is grown in-transit.
Journey of the Cube Satellite Project
Follow the timeline below to learn about the significant milestones of the Cube Satellite project.
Nov. 2023
Identifying the core mission and objectives for the CubeSat to determine its purpose and the scientific or technological questions it aims to address.
Jan. 2024
Outlining the CubeSat’s architecture based on economic feasibility, logistical considerations, and available technology to meet system-level requirements.
feb. 2024
Constructing the physical components of the CubeSat, ensuring that all parts conform to the design specifications and are ready for integration.
Mar. 2024
Conducting comprehensive checks to validate CubeSat’s functionality, including its electronic systems, sensor integration, and mission-specific endurance and accuracy.
Mar. 2024
Assembling the CubeSat’s various modules, such as the environmental control system and communication systems, to ensure compatibility and functionality within a high-altitude balloon for preliminary tests.
Apr, 2024
Launching the integrated CubeSat on a high-altitude balloon to test its performance in near-space conditions, specifically examining plant growth above the ozone layer.
Apr. 2024
Focusing on the full-scale manufacturing and integration of the CubeSat to create a space-ready system, paving the way for future missions as we build upon the insights gained from initial testing and deployment.
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FAQs
Find answers to common questions about the Cube Satellite project and our team.
A CubeSat is a type of nanosatellite, with a 6U CubeSat typically measuring 10 x 20 x 30 cm, designed as a cost-effective space research and experimentation solution. Universities and research institutions primarily utilize these compact satellites to bypass traditional satellite programs' high costs and complexities. CubeSats facilitate rapid development and deployment due to their standardized dimensions and weight, significantly reducing launch expenses and simplifying operation and maintenance.
Launching a CubeSat offers a unique opportunity for conducting scientific research and technological experiments in space at a fraction of the cost of traditional satellite programs. It enables rapid prototyping, low manufacturing costs, and straightforward maintenance, making space access more attainable for educational institutions and student-run organizations.
The CubeSat project is spearheaded by the Aerospace Experimental Association at Florida Atlantic University (AXA), in collaboration with the FAU Department of Ocean and Mechanical Engineering, the FAU Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, and the FAU Department of Biological Sciences.
Registered students at Florida Atlantic University can join AXA by visiting OWL Central (https://fau.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/axa). For a more personal connection with the team and to stay updated with weekly news and events, follow us on Instagram
The primary goals of our CubeSat project are to explore the effects of cosmic radiation on plant growth in space environments, develop sustainable agricultural practices for future space colonies, and advance the technology and knowledge base necessary for long-term human habitation on the moon, Mars, and beyond. This research not only supports academic learning but also contributes to global efforts in space exploration and colonization.