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Designed for advanced nano-satellite constellations in LEO and deep space exploration missions the readily available Sirius OBC with LEON3FT delivers ‘always-on’ reliable operations that work every time on time with precision performance. With enhanced error detection and correction, the Sirius OBC is tolerant to Single-Event-Effects (SEE) in logic and data storage. Fault tolerance is secured through TMR (Triple-Modular Redundancy) on all FPGA flip-flops and through boot flash and EDAC (error detection and correction) on memories. The development kit is powered through a mains 12V adaptor, eliminating the need for specialised power supplies or other laboratory equipment.

Sirius spacecraft avionics are modular in design. Modules can be combined to offer redundant configurations, or to simply accommodate mission specific requirements. The Sirius TCM LEON3FT has a standard single string system that consists of an on-board computer (Sirius OBC) and a combined mass memory with CCSDS stack (Sirius TCM). The OBC runs mission specific software and manage the spacecraft system. The TCM receives and stores payload data and platform housekeeping data while at the same time distributing telecommands and serving mass memory data to the transceiver.

 

Monday, 14 September 2020 13:07

SIRIUS TCM LEON3FT - Command & Data Handling

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Flight proven across multiple mission applications for a range of customer requirements, this readily available solution has a reputation for reliability and performance for advanced small and nano-satellite missions. The Sirius TCM LEON3FT has inherited advanced error detection and correction in it’s design. The real-time operating system runs on a LEON3FT fault-tolerant soft processor, compliant to IEEE 1754 SPARC v8, and fault tolerance is secured by using triple-modular redundancy on FPGA and memory scrubbing.

Sirius spacecraft avionics are modular in design. Modules can be combined to offer redundant configurations or to simply accommodate mission specific requirements. The Sirius TCM LEON3FT has a standard single string system that consists of an on-board computer (Sirius OBC) and a combined mass memory with CCSDS stack (Sirius TCM). The OBC runs mission specific software and manage the spacecraft system. The TCM receives and stores payload data and platform housekeeping data, while at the same time distributing telecommands and serving mass memory data to the transceiver.

 

Monday, 14 September 2020 12:57

SIRIUS OBC LEON3FT - Command & Data Handling

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Designed for advanced nano-satellite constellations in LEO and deep space exploration missions the readily available Sirius OBC with LEON3FT delivers ‘alwayson reliable operations that work every time on time with precision performance. With enhanced error detection and correction, the Sirius OBC is tolerant to Single-Event-Effects (SEE) in logic and data storage. Fault tolerance is secured through TMR (Triple-Modular Redundancy) on all FPGA flip-flops and through boot flash and EDAC (error detection and correction) on memories.

Sirius spacecraft avionics are modular in design, modules can be combined to offer redundant configurations or to simply accommodate mission specific requirements. The Sirius TCM LEON3FT has a standard single string system that consists of an on-board computer (Sirius OBC) and a combined mass memory with CCSDS stack (Sirius TCM). The OBC runs mission specific software and manage the spacecraft system. The TCM receives and stores payload data and platform housekeeping data while at the same time distributing telecommands and serving mass memory data to the transceiver.

 

Monday, 14 September 2020 12:38

KRYTEN-M3 - Command & Data Handling

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Developed to deliver ‘always-on’ operation, KRYTEN-M3 computing solutions work every time on time. Flight proven across multiple mission applications for a range of customer requirements, this readily available solution has advanced error detection and correction. Featuring a SmartFusion 2 SoC including Cortex-M3 processor @ 50 MHz delivering 62.5 DMIPS, and enhanced hardware/ firmware recovery mechanisms, the KRYTEN- M3 delivers advanced precision performance for the most demanding nanosatellite missions.

Our reliable space data handling solution is safeguarded with autonomous single event latch-up protections, ADVANCED PRECISION PERFORMANCE delivering high performance computing with integrated cache and Non-Volatile MRAM Memory. All protected by SECDED and EDAC mechanism to guard against radiation effects.

The inclusion of 4 GB of SLC flash memory provides ample space for mission data storage. GPS is available on Kryten-M3- PLUS models.

KRYTEN-M3 is supplied with a BSP including bare metal drivers, comprehensive API reference documentation, a full user manual and thoroughly documented source code.

Monday, 14 September 2020 10:40

EPIC SPACECRAFT - 1U

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Our experience in the delivery of CubeSat missions for a wide range of applications means that our EPIC platforms have the versatility to meet the requirements of the vast majority of payloads.

The EPIC 1U CubeSat range proves that even the smallest satellites can deliver impressive performance. For most satellite payloads, trying to squeeze into a 1U is like trying to fit an elephant in the Apollo lunar module, but for many applications the limited volume is ideal. Selecting the EPIC 1U range for your mission means that you benefit from our flight proven avionics and enjoy the cost savings of a 1U launch. Small in size but massive in value, the AAC Clyde Space EPIC 1U offers the same quality design and build, flight proven performance, unrivalled operational up-time and excellent customer service as all our spacecraft products.

 

Payload Volume (min)      0.3U
Peak Payload Power 15 W
Power Bus VBAT 3.3V, 5V and 12V
Energy Storage (min) 10Whr
Pointing (min) <5º
Stability 0.02º/s
Data Storage (min) 4GB
Reliability EPIC-SAFE
Data Bus I2C, CAN, UART, QSPI, LVDS, RS232, RS422
Data Downlink 9.6Kbps
Frequency VHF/UHF
Framing CCSDS Compatible
Security AES256 Encryption Authentication
Design Lifetime 5yr
Monday, 14 September 2020 10:35

EPIC SPACECRAFT - 6U

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Our experience in the delivery of CubeSat missions for a wide range of applications means that our EPIC platforms have the versatility to meet the requirements of the vast majority of payloads.  

The EPIC 6U range is fast becoming one of our most popular CubeSat classes. For missions requiring perfomance, longevity and that bit more space in the trunk, our EPIC 6U class is just the job.  Boasting large deployable solar arrays and enhanced pointing, not to mention our flight proven avionics core, our EPIC 6U class is the ideal choice for both commercial and government missions.

 

Payload Volume (min)      4.5U
Peak Payload Power 120W
Power Bus VBAT 3.3V, 5V and 12V
Energy Storage (min) 80 Wh
Pointing (min) <0.05º
Stability 0.002º/s
Data Storage (min) 4 GB
Reliability EPIC-SAFE
Data Bus I2C, CAN, UART, QSPI, LVDS, RS232, RS422
Data Downlink 8Mbps/9.6Kbps
Frequency S/VHF/UHF
Framing CCSDS Compatible
Security AES256 Encryption Authentication
Design Lifetime 5yr
Monday, 14 September 2020 10:20

EPIC SPACECRAFT - 3U

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Our experience in the delivery of CubeSat missions for a wide range of applications means that our EPIC platforms have the versatility to meet the requirements of the vast majority of payloads.

The EPIC 3U CubeSat range is our most popular spacecraft. With many AAC Clyde Space 3U CubeSats produced and operating on orbit, this range of spacecraft arguably offers the best value to orbit of any satellites. The combination of our commitment to quality design and build, flight proven performance, unrivalled operational up-time and excellent customer service means that our EPIC 3U range is the professional's choice for CubeSat missions that need to deliver.

 EPIC 3U
Payload Volume (min)      2 U
Peak Payload Power 60 W
Power Bus VBAT 3.3V, 5V & 12V
Energy Storage (min) 40 Wh
Pointing (min) <0.1º
Stability 0.005º/s
Data Storage (min) 4 GB
Reliability EPIC-SAFE
Data Bus I2C, CAN, UART, QSPI, LVDS, RS232, RS422
Data Downlink 8Mbps/9.6Kbps
Frequency S/VHF/UHF
Framing CCSDS Compatible
Security AES256 Encryption, Authentication
Design Lifetime 5yr
Monday, 14 September 2020 10:12

EPIC SPACECRAFT - 12U

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Our experience in delivery of CubeSat missions for a wide range of applications means that our EPIC platforms have the versatility to meet the requirements of most payloads.

The big dog of our CubeSat range is the EPIC 12U. With up to 8U of available payload volume (or 12U of payload on our 16U option), and the ability to accomodate large arrays of deployable solar panels, this class of CubeSat offers increased performance whilst still boasting the same proven avionics core.

Payload Volume (min)           9U
Peak Payload Power 240 W
Power Bus VBAT 3.3V, 5V and 12V
Energy Storage (min) 160 Wh
Pointing (min) <0.05º
Stability 0.002º/s
Data Storage (min) 4 GB
Reliability EPIC-SAFE
Data Bus I2C, CAN, UART, QSPI, LVDS, RS232, RS422
Data Downlink 8Mbps/9.6Kbps
Frequency S/VHF/UHF
Framing CCSDS Compatible
Security AES256 Encryption Authentication
Design Lifetime 5yr
Monday, 14 September 2020 09:38

AAC Clyde Space

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At AAC Clyde Space we specialise in providing advanced small spacecraft, mission services, and subsystems. We are the market leader in small satellite solutions and services for government, commercial, and educational organisations.

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