Starberry-Sense

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

Key Points

  • Starberry-Sense is based on commercial/off-the-shelf components and is powered by a Raspberry Pi, a small, single-board Linux computer.
  • The team coupled highly optimized algorithms with Raspberry Pi to create a potent star sensor that is affordable and accessible.
  • Starberry-Sense has successfully undergone vibration and thermal vacuum tests, qualifying it for space launch and operations.
  • The Department of Science and Technology (DST) said that the Starberry-Sense is ready for launch on the PS4-Orbital Platform by ISRO.

Applications

  • It can help small CubeSat (cube-shaped satellite) class ....
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