Constellation Interface Unit

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Overview

Component Description: Beyond Gravity (former RUAG) Constellation Interface Unit (cIU) is one of the high quality products in the cost effective, COTS technology based New Space product line developed for large quantities, in lightweight and compact form factor.

Key features:
1. Nominal primary voltage: +28 V (+22V to +38 V).
2. Industry standard CAN bus interface
3. Acquisition function for digital and analog telemetry signals.
4. Motor control electronics for driving up to four stepper motors
5. Motor position sensor and motor end stop inputs
Applications: Antenna Pointing Electronics, Solar Array Drive Electronics, Propulsion Pointing Driver.
Note: cIU boards can also be integrated into RUAG ccOBC to provide full C&DH solution with Power and Drive IO in one box.

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Overview

Name: Constellation Interface Unit
Vendor: Beyond Gravity
Subsystem: CDH Subsystem
Component Type: CDH Other
Form Factor: SmallSat
Heritage: N/A

Vendor Details

Name: Beyond Gravity
Website: https://www.beyondgravity.com/
Founded: 2009
Summary: Beyond Gravity (formerly RUAG Space) is a pioneer in the space industry, fusing the nimbleness, creativity, and inventiveness of a startup with a wealth of expertise and a reputation for quality. Our primary objective is to push the boundaries of human achievement and facilitate exploration of the cosmos by developing and producing cutting-edge satellite and launch vehicle technologies. We are the go-to provider of structural components for all types of launch vehicles and a top player in the development of satellite products and constellations in the burgeoning New Space field.