CAVU Aerospace UK Ltd

Manufacturer of satellite components

Onboard computer, Solar Array

Products in Orbit :

High End Cubesat Onboard Computer

The OBC-Cube-Polar is a cutting-edge onboard computer specifically designed for Cubesat missions. Leveraging the powerful and reliable Microchip PolarFire SoC FPGA technology, this Cubesat OBC provides exceptional performance and versatility for space applications. Whether your mission involves scientific research, Earth observation, or commercial satellite deployment, the OBC-Cube-Polar ensures optimal performance and reliability in the harsh conditions of space.

The CAVU CDH-FS represents the pinnacle of on-board computer systems, featuring a fully redundant FPGA-based architecture designed to guarantee continuous operation. With a backup processor that seamlessly engages upon primary processor failure, this system is not just reliable; it’s essential for critical missions. Engineered to resist severe space conditions like radiation and cosmic rays, it leverages the efficiency and SEU immunity of Microchip/Microsemi SmartFusion2 and ProASIC3 Flash-based FPGAs.

Satellite On-Board Command & Data Handling Subsystem with Built-In Redundancy

Thermal Management For Satellite Systems

The CAVU TCU offers efficient thermal management for satellite systems, ensuring reliable performance in space. Using FPGA-based control and radiation mitigation techniques, it optimizes power use for long-duration missions with customizable sensor inputs and heater channels.

The CAVU OBC-Cube-104, a cutting-edge Cubesat Onboard Computer, leverages Flash Based SmartFusion2 FPGA technology. This device is a testament to the strides made in space technology, embodying the latest advancements in the field. It’s designed to provide reliable and efficient computing power for Cubesat missions, ensuring optimal performance even in the harsh conditions of space and providing consistent performance throughout its lifespan.

A Cutting-edge Cubesat Onboard Computer

Guaranteed Life Cycle Voltage / Power BOL / EOL

Modular solar panels (RAMS, Assembling Modular Solar-panel) with a thin carbon fiber – aluminum honeycomb board as a module structure, combined with carbon fiber – aluminum honeycomb frame structure, through a number of modules and frame assembly, you can achieve solar panels Of the rapid assembly and integration, both as a spacecraft solar array plate can also be used as a development board, the output power range of 15W ~ 530W.

The FG-1 is a state-of-the-art Cubesat satellite board, specifically designed for capturing high-quality images from a CameraLink camera in a Cubesat satellite. This device embodies the latest advancements in space technology, ensuring optimal performance even in the harsh conditions of space.

Satellite Payload & Data Acquisition

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CAVU AEROSPACE UK

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We specialize in providing advanced Satellite Onboard Computing Solutions, ensuring the reliability, performance, and efficiency of satellite systems for a wide range of applications. Our solutions are designed to meet the growing demands of space technology, providing high processing power and resilience for missions requiring high-speed data transfer, real-time decision-making, and low-latency communications.

Our cutting-edge technology is complemented by our extensive expertise in satellite systems and subsystems manufacturing. This includes the development of rugged hardware, efficient software solutions, and seamless integration of all system components to ensure that each satellite operates effectively even in the harshest space environments. Whether for communication satellites, Earth observation systems, or scientific payloads, we provide tailored solutions for a variety of space missions.

Additionally, we are at the forefront of advancing next-generation space technologies through our Idea Centre, focusing on innovations such as Skycharge Technology, designed to revolutionize satellite energy management. Our online monitoring systems enable real-time health and performance tracking of satellite fleets, enabling proactive maintenance and data-driven decision-making. We are also actively deploying pico satellite constellations for IoT missions, bringing connectivity to remote areas and providing global smart infrastructure for various industries, including agriculture, transportation, and environmental monitoring.

These initiatives highlight our commitment to pushing the boundaries of space technology and advancing the capabilities of satellite systems. Through continuous exploration of new frontiers in space exploration, our goal is to enhance operational efficiencies and contribute to the evolution of the global space industry.

Brief introduction to our innovative solution to extend range of electric aircrafts & ships. Space-based solar power (SBSP), wireless power transmission & electric aircraft are rapidly developing technologies all making their ways out of the realms of scientific fiction, almost at same time! Our research proposes to align the above mentioned technologies during a 10-20 year period to deliver long range electric mobility in air, sea and on the ground, without having to carry huge fuel tanks or battery storage arrays.

Brief introduction to our innovative solution to extend range of electric aircrafts & ships. Space-based solar power (SBSP), wireless power transmission & electric aircraft are rapidly developing technologies all making their ways out of the realms of scientific fiction, almost at same time! Our research proposes to align the above mentioned technologies during a 10-20 year period to deliver long range electric mobility in air, sea and on the ground, without having to carry huge fuel tanks or battery storage arrays.

NEWS

CAVU Aerospace shortlisted for Scotland Technology award, March 2025
CAVU showcase OBC Polar at Ignite Space, Leicester 2025
Space Comm, London March 2025
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Space Comm, Farnborough 2024
Space Data As a Service to construction
The Next Generation program, Experience Earth observation simulation
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Space Suppliers Summit, Glasgow 2024
Workshop with British leading farms to use space data as a service to agriculture
CAVU Aerospace delivered the job ahead of schedule
CAVU Aerospace shortlisted for Scotland Technology award, March 2025
CAVU showcase OBC Polar at Ignite Space, Leicester 2025
Space Comm, London March 2025
Cavu1 - 669 by 500 pixels
Space Comm, Farnborough 2024
Space Data As a Service to construction
40th Space Symposium
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Space Suppliers Summit, Glasgow 2024
Workshop with British leading farms to use space data as a service to agriculture
CAVU Aerospace delivered the job ahead of schedule
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We manufacture satellite electronic components. On-Board computer, Command & Data handling, Thermal Control Unit, Power systems are our featured products.