The purpose of this document is to describe the mechanical, electrical, data, and thermal interfaces between the Communication subsystem (COMMS) and other satellite subsystems.
The COMMS receives power from a distributed power bus at unregulated battery voltage (Vbat = 12 V) through distribution load switches that the Power module controller operates.
Power ON/OFF is controlled by a CAN-controlled Load Switches and Monitors (CCLSM) through the auxiliary CAN bus, which is commanded and controlled by the Power subsystem
The potential option for the COMMS transceiver is the EnduroSat S-band transceiver and Printech dual S-band antenna.
Mass: 190.85 g
Dimensions (L x W x H): 93.7 mm x 89.2 mm x 23.2 mm
Mounting Holes: TBD
Maximum Component Height: 18.5 mm
CAD Drawing:
Operational temperature range: -40°C to +75°C
Survival temperature range: -40°C to +75°C