Star Tracker (FLST)

Currently, in development, the FLST (FPGA Luminary-detect Star Detector), iterates on the MkII Star Tracker and provides improved sensitivity and a more robust star-tracking algorithm.

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Specifications

Features

Able to be trained on simulated starfields. Can “sleep” to reduce power usage on command. Built-in star catalog with >99% celestial coverage.

Communication

RS-422 HDLC

Operating Temperature (°C)

Tested to withstand temperatures as low as -25 °C

Absolute Accuracy

5 arcseconds cross boresight RMS 50 arcseconds about boresight RMS

Maximum Slew Rate

.85 deg/s

Pixel Dimensions

1080p

Field of View

6.7 x 3.8 deg

Moon-Avoidance

NA, Produces solutions with moon in view

Data Rate

~1 Hz using the LISA algorithm

Compute

Igloo II FPGA and NXP Microprocessor

Lens

Mini monolith catadioptric optic with low-light sensor

Earth-Sun Exclusion Angle

< 30°

Dimensions (mm)

81.5 x 52.6 x 95.27

Total Mass (kg)

0.34

Star Tracker (FLST)

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