Camera System for Earth Observation CubeSat

Camera System for Earth Observation CubeSat

MicroEye is an imaging 2U system capable of 5.5 meter visible imagery. MicroEye has been designed to be implementable in a standard 2U CubeSat structure together with NSPO’s x-band transmitter and on board computer module. It provides advanced performance with low cost by adopting advanced COTS technology. The compact size suits well for high density packed satellites.

Applications

  • Disaster warning
  • Farming
  • Forest Safety
  • Pipe/Transportation
  • Environment Management
  • Military Surveillance
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Description

Image Acquisition

  • Image sensor: CMV8000
  • 3360 (H) x 2496 (V) active pixles
  • 4/3″ optical format
  • 5.5um x 5.5um pixel size
  • 5.56V/lux.s sensitivity @ 550nm

High-End Optical Mechanical System

  • Ground sampling distance @ 500km, 5.5m(mono), 11m(color)
  • Swath @500km, 9km
  • Focal length, 500mm
  • Field of view +-0.5 degrees

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