Electrical Power System

The Electrical Power System (EPS) serves as a critical foundation within the Artemis CubeSat, seamlessly integrating essential components to efficiently manage and regulate power throughout its operation in orbit. Comprising the Power Distribution Unit (PDU), Batteries with their dedicated battery board, and Solar Panels with multiple solar cells, the Electrical Power System is designed to generate, store, and distribute power to various subsystems within the CubeSat.

At the heart of the Electrical Power System lies the Power Distribution Unit (PDU), a key orchestrator responsible for redirecting and utilizing VBattery (VBATT). The Batteries and Battery Board, featuring Sanyo NCR18650GA batteries as the primary power source in the form of VBATT, play a central role in supplying power to the CubeSat during its orbit. Simultaneously, the Solar Panels harness electromagnetic radiation from the sun, converting it into electrical energy through their solar cells. This energy is then utilized to recharge the batteries, ensuring a continuous and reliable power supply.

In orbit, the batteries take center stage, delivering VBATT to power the CubeSat, while the Power Distribution Unit efficiently manages the distribution of this power across diverse systems within the satellite. The Solar Panels, with their adept solar cells, contribute to the rejuvenation of the batteries by converting solar energy into electrical energy during the satellite's journey through space.

The cohesive functioning of these Electrical Power System components exemplifies meticulous design and integration, forming vital working circuits that collaboratively contribute to the overall functionality of the Artemis CubeSat. In essence, the Electrical Power System stands as a testament to precision engineering, ensuring an uninterrupted power supply for the successful execution of the CubeSat's mission.