Magnetorquers
The MTQ board integrates two magnetorquers and one air coil onto a control board with embedded ADCS algorithms, providing detumbling functionality to CubeSat missions. Combined with Tensor Tech's fine sun sensor, TensorFSS-15M, the system enables basic pointing capabilities such as sun-spin and detumbling.
The larger MTQ-Series are designed for larger small satellites and are delivered as magnetorquer rods, with or without H-bridge driving circuits.
They can be interfaced directly with a Flight Computer, or with a dedicated ADCS Board which can also be provided by Tensor Tech.
Product Features
Optional driving circuitries and digital interfaces enabled by the control board.
Manufactured in ISO 7 cleanroom, imposing strict quality control and scalable production plan from small quantity up to mass production.
Analysis of magnetic distortion and leakage enabled by COMSOL Multiphysics®.
The below specifications range showcases Tensor Tech capabilities. Customized magnetorquers tailored to specific mission requirements are also available.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Magnetic Dipole Moment
> 0.2 Am2 for X/Y axes
> 0.1 Am2 for Z axisCurrent Consumption< 250 mA @ 5 V
< 130 mA @ 3.3 VPower Consumption< 1.5 W
ADD-ON VAVLUE
Given the magnetic dipole moment, the size and power consumption are a trade-off for magnetorquers.
We offer configurable solutions to balance between these specifications, to fulfill the specific mission needs.
COMPONENTS
CMG-10m
TensorCMG-10m is a variable speed control moment gyroscope (CMG) which is suitable for satellites up to roughly 3U. This module can be installed within the tuna can or the satellite structure.
