CubeSat information

A CubeSat is a type of very small satellite which is based on a standardized unit of mass and volume. The initial basic CubeSat unit measured 10x10x10 centimetre, conforming to specific interfaces for allowing a standardized containerized launch and had a maximum mass of 1 kilogram (the mass was later on increased to 1,33 kilogram).

It was quickly realized that such basic CubeSat units could be combined to form slightly larger spacecraft while mostly adhering to the same requirements and constraints. Multiples of the basic CubeSat unit were combined together to establish larger CubeSats. For example, a 1-Unit CubeSat measures one single basic CubeSat unit as described above, while a 3-Unit CubeSat consists of 3 standard CubeSat units stacked together.

The CubeSat concept has become very popular, both in university groups, as well as for researchers, space agencies, governments, and companies. CubeSats offer a fast and affordable way for a wide array of stakeholders to be active in space and allow for a fast innovation cycle.

ISISPACE CubeSat supported sizes

The supported ISISPACE ‘standard’ CubeSat sizes and envelopes for both the CubeSat Structures product line and the CubeSat deployer product line are outlined in the table below. In addition, we are able to customize the CubeSat deployers to accommodate specific designs that are not compatible with these specifications.
1-Unit CubeSat-structure 1.5 Unit cubesat structure 2-Unit CubeSat-structure 3 unit cubesat structure 6 unit cubesat structure 6U XL cubesat structure 8 unit cubesat structure 12 unit cubesat structure 12U XL cubesat structure 16 unit cubesat structure
1-Unit CubeSat 1.5-Unit CubeSat 2-Unit CubeSat 3-Unit CubeSat 6-Unit CubeSat 6-Unit-XL CubeSat 8-Unit CubeSat 12-Unit CubeSat 12-Unit-XL CubeSat 16-Unit CubeSat
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Turn-key missions

We provide turn-key CubeSat solutions for customers around the globe. We have ample experience with a broad range of standardized CubeSat parts and if needed, customized solutions will be implemented.
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CubeSat elements

Building your own space mission? We have the essential building blocks to make your mission a success, from modular CubeSat avionics, standardized CubeSat bus solutions or a ride into space.
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Customisation

If your mission requires a specific implementation for which no solutions exist in the market, our development team is available to develop your specific implementation in hardware or software.
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