VZLUSAT-2 - CubeSat with a Linux Payload Computer

Explore the VZLUSAT-2 nanosatellite mission in this informative conference talk. Discover how this CubeSat, now in its second year of space operation, utilizes a Linux payload computer to capture Earth surface images and collect scientific data from gamma-ray and X-ray measurements. Learn about the challenges of using an embedded computer in low Earth orbit, including radiation resistance, temperature fluctuation management, and cooling limitations. Gain insights into the advantages of employing Linux for on-board process automation and functionality extension in space applications. Delve into the specific approaches required for operating COTS SoC-based Linux computers in the harsh space environment, as presented by experts from the Czech Aerospace Research Centre (VZLÚ).