Starberry-Sense

• 18 Mar 2023

Recently, researchers at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru, developed a low-cost star sensor called Starberry-Sense.

• The Starberry-Sense is based on commercial/off-the-shelf components and is powered by a Raspberry Pi, a small, single-board Linux computer, making it affordable and accessible.
• It can help small CubeSat (cube-shaped satellite)class satellite missions to find their orientation in space.
• The team coupled highly optimized algorithms with Raspberry Pi to create a potent star sensor.
• Starberry-Sense has successfully undergone vibration and thermal vacuum tests, qualifying it for space launch and operations.
• The sensor's success can lead to cost-effective solutions for small satellite missions in the future, revolutionizing space exploration.