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by Lorin 2276 days ago
Is "3U" the satellite's dimensions as if it's electronic rack equipment? hah.
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Ah no, cubesats use a different definition of "1U" which is a 10x10x10 cm cube (1L volume). So a 3U satelitte will be 30x10x10 cm box with a 3L volume and mass around 4-5kg