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Safran DSI - N-Sphere GNSS Receiver
- High Reliable New Space Design
- 5 Year Life-Time LEO Missions
- Multi-Constellation (GPS, GALILEO, BeiDou, & GLONASS) / GALILEO Autonomous
- In-Flight Firmware Uploading
N-SPHERE comes as a new generation of Space GNSS receiver, optimized for a smooth integration within Nano and Cube satellites. It implements the latest state-of-the-art positioning and synchronization techniques, to reach top-class performances for Real-Time Precise Onboard Orbit Determination (P2OD) and accurate time synchronization in space.
The receiver can synchronize from different GNSS systems including GPS, GALILEO, BeiDou and GLONASS. Its synchronization process is GALILEO autonomous with no need of GPS pre-synchronization. In terms of positioning, N-SPHERE provides accuracy better than 0.3 meters, thanks to an Onboard Orbital Navigator (referenced as “Bolero”). Its Software-Defined-Radio (SDR) core architecture brings maximum flexibility and authorizes in-flight firmware upgrade or software configuration adjustment.
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- Dual, Quad and Recording Option: Full Flexibility of Configurations, including full band visibility and optinal RF recording
- CH. 10 & IRIG218-20 Output: Easy and Modern UDP Data Spreading
- DQM/DQE: Embedded Data Quality Metrics / Encapsulation comptible with Best Source Selector
- 8.4" Screen: Intuitive GUI, Keyboard and touchpad for Full and Easy Direct Control
- EQ+: Adaptive Equalizer for all Modulations, on Video and PCM outputs
- Qualified for Harsh Environment: DO-160, MIL-STD-704, -461, -710
- User-Configurable Interface Combination: One 1000Base-SX port plus combination 1000Base-T and 100Base-T ports
- Fully Managed Operation: Supports IPv4/IPv6, VLAN, IGMP filtering
- Configuration via Dedicated Ethernet Port: RJ-45 Connector
- Advanced Quality of Service: Per IEEE 802, 1p
- Proven Design: COTS design optimized for New Space
- Long Lifetime: 5-year lifetime
- Ultra-Low SWaP: Very compact and high stability
- Swatch Width: 9.7 km @ 500 km
- Wide Aperture: 230 mm
- GSD: 1.03 @ 500 km; special mode at 0.7m
- Zerodur® Telescope: High resolution
- Designed for Orbit-Topping and Station Keeping
- 40% Weight Saving Convention Propulsion
- Excellent Thrust-to-Electrical Power Ratio
Intrinsically safe reed relays and optocouplers are engineered for use in hazardous environments where ignition prevention is critical. Certified to ATEX standards and tested to ensure they do not become ignition sources, even in the presence of short circuits or adjacent component failures—these components are ideal for applications in explosive atmospheres such as mining, chemical processing, refineries, and power stations.
Designed to meet EN50020 safety standards, these relays and optocouplers feature tightly controlled air and creepage paths, high dielectric strength, and low-voltage coil inputs. With a maximum peak voltage of 375 V across input and output, and isolation distances up to 10 mm, they ensure safe operation under overload conditions. The Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) of the plastics used exceeds 175, and internal potting compounds provide additional insulation for long-term reliability.
- Any Input Signal: Analog (Video), PCM (Data & Clock), Ethernet (IRIG 106 Chapter 10 or IRIG 218-20) 4 or 16 Inputs
- Any Output Signal: Data Output on Multiple PCM (Data & Clock, TTL or RS422) and on Ethernet according to IRIG 106 Chapter 10 or IRIS 218-20
- Mission Critical: Redundant Power Supply for Safe Operation
- Multiple Selection Criteria: Selection based on Analog Signal Quality, Majority Vote, Frame Synchronization, DQE/DQM...
- Easy Integration: 2U or 4U Rackabke Chassis Local User-Friendly GUI on 4U Version (Embedded Screen & Keyboard) Remote (client/server)
- DQE/DQM - IRIG 106-17:
- Selection of the Best Source Based on DQE/DQM Information Inserted by the Telemetry Receiver in the Data or on Ethernet
- Telemetry Receiver agnostic
- Best-in-Class Servo Controls: User Selectable Servo Controls
- Modular L, S or C Band: Simple Add-On Upgrade without any Structural Change
- Hassle-Free Maintenance: Easily Accessible Electronics & Mechanics Above Az
- SCM 1000 Hz Scan Rate: Common Design for Main & ACQ-AID Feed
- Shipborne Ready: IMU Add-On for Shipborne Operations
- Compact Design: Ideal for mini and micro satellites
- Long Lifetime: 7 year-lifetime in Low Earth Orbit missions
- COTS Design: Radiation tested and hardened, ITAR free
Safran DSI
Safran DSI Testing & Telemetry provides complete, end-to-end solutions covering instrumentation, mission systems, onboard recording, and transmission, through to base stations for data monitoring and control. Our solutions are platform-agnostic and adaptable to customer mission needs.
