NXSS3v10
Flight heritage
Eagle
Miniature CubeSat Sun Sensor
Elevate your aerospace mission with our state-of-the-art CubeSat sun sensor. This innovative dual-axis fine sun sensor offers high performance in a compact and lightweight design.
1900 €
*15% discount for universities and research institutes applicable.
Main Features
Small size
Eagle is one of the smallest CubeSat sun sensors in the world.
15 x 15,5 x 4,6 mm
Proven reliability
Years of successful deployments
Flight heritage since
2017
Precise
Designed for high precision
Precision
0,09 °
at 1-sigma
Easy integration
Integration made simple
Eagle was designed to be easy to integrate, saving you a lot of time.
Bus
Protocols
Low power consumption
Maximized efficiency, minimized demand
Power consumption
0,007 W
Sun sensor NXSS3V10 Eagle operates independently of the onboard computer. All calculations are performed by the built-in microcontroller, giving you calibrated information about the position angles in two axes. You can then define parameters and corrections for measuring and processing data over time.
Save space inside your nanosatellite
Eagle can fit between the solar panels. By mounting these sensors in underutilized areas such as between the solar panels, you not only enhance the efficiency of your satellite but also save valuable space for additional payloads.
Applications
Accurate sun position determination
CubeSat attitude determination
CubeSat solar panel positioning
Nanosatellites, suborbital rockets, balloons, UAVs
Specifications
Performance
| Field of View | 110° x 110° |
| Precision | 0,09° at 1-sigma |
| Accuracy | < ±0.15° |
| Update Rate | 10 Hz |
| Albedo Detection | Partial |
Mechanical
| Dimensions | 15 x 15,5 x 4,6 mm |
| Mass | 3 g |
Electrical
| Power Supply | 3,3 V |
| Power Consumption | 0,007 W |
| BUS | I2C |
| Communication Protocol | CSP or I2C slave |
Environmental
| Operation Temperature | -45 °C to +85 °C |
| TVC 100 Cycles | -70 °C to +110 °C |
| Radiation Tolerance | >20 krad(Si) |
Other
| Lead Time | <8 weeks |
NXSS3V10 Eagle is supplied in a fully space-qualified state, having undergone all essential environmental tests necessary for technologies ready for space flight.
Featured Mission
GRBAlpha
Launch date
22.03.2021
GRBAlpha is a 1U cubesat equipped with state-of-the-art instruments to capture and analyze gamma ray bursts, providing valuable insights into their origins and behavior. GRBAlpha was the first cubesat to detect a gamma ray burst and its data was used by NASA. NXSS3 Eagle sun sensors and NXTRX4 Cormorant transceiver are vital components of this nanosatellite.
Comparison to Eagle Plus
Eagle
Miniature. Efficient. Lightweight. Precise.
Spacecraft Type
1-3U CubeSat
Dimensions
15 x 15,5 x 4,6 mm
Mass
3 g
Precision
0,09° at 1-sigma
Accuracy
< ±0.15°
Update Rate
10 Hz
BUS
I2C
Connector
Direct ribbon (6 wire)
Power Consumption
0,007 W
Sample & Hold Function
No
Flight Heritage
Since 2017
Eagle Plus
High precision. High performance.
Spacecraft Type
CubeSat - SmallSat
Dimensions
29,5 x 11,5 x 6,5 mm
Mass
5 g
Precision
0,0015° at 1-sigma
Accuracy
< ±0.1°
Update Rate
166 Hz
BUS
RS485
Connector
Molex Picoblade (4 pin)
Power Consumption
0,015 W
Sample & Hold Function
Yes
Flight Heritage
Inherited
*Price per piece for a standard order quantity of 8 pieces. Pricing varies based on the quantity ordered. Get in touch for our CubeSat ADCS developers partnership opportunities for enhanced collaboration.