Astrix 1120

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Overview

Astrix 1000 provides the satellite AOCS with a three-axis measurement of the rotation with a very high reliability level, adapted to 15 years GEO mission in continuous operation. One compact box implements three gyros oriented on the three faces of a corner cube, and their relevant electronics. The use of 2 Astrix 1000 offers very simple and reliable redundancy architecture.


It is proposed as an option with 3 additional accelerometers as a full navigation capability, for deep space missions. Designed to operate within the radiation worst case environment, compatible with the environment of 15 years lifetime GEO Telecom missions. The EEE, opto-electronics and opto components are fully compliant to HiRel Telecom satellite standard (ECSS-QST-60 C class 1 or equivalent).


One compact box implements three gyros oriented on the three faces of a corner cube, and their relevant electronics. The use of 2 Astrix 1000 offers a very simple and reliable redundancy architecture.


Optional accelerometers can be added to provide a full navigation capability for deep space missions. The EEE, opto-electronics and opto components are fully compliant to HiRel Telecom satellite standard (ECSS-Q-ST-60C class 1 or equivalent).

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Overview

Name
Astrix 1120
Vendor
Airbus
Component Type
IMU/IRU
Form Factor
SmallSat
Heritage
Yes

Vendor Details

Name
Airbus
Founded
1970

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Specifications

Component Type
IMU/IRU
Form Factor
SmallSat
Vendor
Airbus
Dry Mass
4.5 kg
Average Power
13.5 W
Heritage
Yes
Status
In Production
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