LORIS [Dalhousie University]
LORIS (Low Orbit Reconnaissance Imagery Satellite), also known as DUCS (Dalhousie University CubeSat) by the Dalhousie University is a test of a new CubeSat frame made out of lightweight metal alloys to provide better space navigation capabilities for future CubeSats. Validate the use of onboard solar energy and battery storage technology to power a stabilization wheel that will better control the position of the satellite’s instruments.
The mission objectives are:
Nation: | Canada |
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Type / Application: | Technology |
Operator: | Dalhousie University |
Contractors: | Dalhousie University CubeSat |
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Configuration: | CubeSat (2U) |
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Power: | Solar cells, batteries |
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Orbit: | 400 km × 400 km, 51.6° (typical) |
Satellite | COSPAR | Date | LS | Launch Vehicle | Remarks | |
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LORIS (DUCS) | 1998-067US | 26.11.2022 | CCK LC-39A | Falcon-9 v1.2 (Block 5) | with Dragon CRS-26, iROSA 3A, 4A, PetitSat, SPORT, MARIO, TJREVERB, DANTESat, NUTSat, ORCASat, HSKSAT, Optimal 1, SS 1 |