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Design of a Multi-mission Satellite Ground Station for Education and Research


Abstract:

Satellite space missions need ground stations for mission control and data communication. In this paper we present a modular ground station, which will be used for nano a...Show More

Abstract:

Satellite space missions need ground stations for mission control and data communication. In this paper we present a modular ground station, which will be used for nano and pico satellites. The frequency bands initially supported are VHF, UHF, and S-band around 145 MHz, 435 MHz, and 2.3 GHz, respectively. We present a flexible, layered approach, which is ideally suited for multiple missions and allows for the addition of further frequency bands and missions. Furthermore, it allows seamless inclusion of the ground station in ground station networks. The ground station is designed for research as well as education and training of students.
Date of Conference: 13-19 June 2010
Date Added to IEEE Xplore: 01 July 2010
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Conference Location: Athens, Greece

I. Introduction

Nano and pico satellites in a low earth orbit (LEO) offer a cheaper alternative and feature faster development cycles than traditional space missions. Such low-budget missions give access to space science for education and research at universities [1], [2]. For these small satellites often the term “CubeSat” is used because of their typical form factor. In the last years several nano and pico satellites have been launched [3]. Further recent examples can be found in [4]–[6].

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