DESIGN, ANALYSIS AND FABRICATION OF A POCKETQUBE DEPLOYER
Date
2023-03
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IOE Pulchowk Campus
Abstract
The objective of this project is to develop a PocketQube Deployer that can efficiently deploy
small satellite payloads into space. To achieve this goal, the project involves conducting
extensive research to analyze various deployment mechanisms and selecting the most suitable design for the PocketQube Deployer. The design process will involve modeling and
simulation to ensure that the device is reliable and meets the required specifications.
The fabrication stage of the project involves constructing and testing a prototype device
using various materials and manufacturing techniques. The aim is to create a low-cost and
efficient solution for deploying small satellite payloads, which will contribute to the growth
of the space industry and advance space research.
This project seeks to design, analyze, and fabricate a PocketQube Deployer that can meet
the needs of the space industry by providing a reliable and cost-effective means of deploying
small satellite payloads
Description
PocketQube is a type of miniaturized satellite that is smaller in size compared to traditional
satellites. It measures 5 cm x 5 cm x 5 cm and has a volume of about one liter, making it
one of the smallest satellites in existence[1]. These tiny satellites are designed to be lowcost, quick to build and launch, and capable of performing a variety of functions in space,
such as communication, remote sensing, and scientific experiments[2].
Keywords
PocketQube, PocketQube Deployer, Small Satellite Payloads