Department - Author 1

Computer Engineering Department

Degree Name - Author 1

BS in Computer Engineering

Date

12-2010

Primary Advisor

Chris Lupo

Abstract/Summary

The California Polytechnic State University CubeSat student research & development group, PolySat, is currently in a mature development stage of a single unit CubeSat designated CP7. The CP7 mission implements a scientific payload designed to characterize particle dampers in microgravity conditions. When subjected to vibration, the momentum exchanges and frictional forces of the particles create a damping effect that can be optimized to suit a number of applications over a broad frequency and amplitude range. In space based applications, particle dampers would serve as a robust and simple device to eliminate jitter in optical assemblies and other sensitive instrumentation. This report will include the design and implementation of the payload software for the CP7 satellite.

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