Overview
The CubeSat Ground Station by CubeSat Aerospace is a compact and modular solution for UHF/VHF satellite communication, telemetry reception, and command uplink. Designed for academic, research, and early commercial CubeSat missions, it includes everything needed for reliable two-way communication with LEO satellites—antenna, rotator system, transceiver, and software integration.
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Bands: UHF (435 MHz), VHF (145 MHz)
- Transceiver:
- SDR-based or dedicated amateur radio transceiver
- Full-duplex operation (optional)
- Modulation: FM, AFSK, GMSK (AX.25 compatible)
- Antenna System:
- Turnstile or Yagi (customizable)
- Optional deployable or fixed configuration
- Gain: 2–11 dBi (antenna-dependent)
- Rotator System:
- Optional Azimuth-Elevation (Az-El) tracking
- Compatible with rotor control software (e.g., Gpredict, SatNOGS)
- Software Integration:
- Compatible with Gpredict, SatNOGS, GNURadio
- Telemetry decoding via open-source or mission-specific tools
- Connectivity:
- USB/Serial/Network interface
- Remote operation supported
- Power Supply: 12 V DC or AC adapter
- Mounting: Tripod, mast, or fixed roof installations
Description
The CubeSat Ground Station provides a complete and cost-effective solution for satellite operations. It enables real-time telemetry reception, beacon tracking, and command uplink using standard amateur radio bands. With optional antenna tracking and open-source software compatibility, it supports both educational and operational mission needs while maintaining user-friendly setup and operation.
Key Benefits
- UHF/VHF support for common CubeSat telemetry and uplink
- SDR or hardware-based transceiver options
- Turnstile or Yagi antennas with high-gain reception
- Compatible with SatNOGS, Gpredict, GNURadio, and custom ground software
- Optional Azimuth-Elevation tracking system
- Ideal for university labs, ground segment simulations, and early mission operations
- Remote-access ready for unmanned ground station configurations
Certifications & Testing
Certifications:
- Bench-tested for link performance and decoding success
- Compatible with ITU and IARU frequency coordination standards
- In-field verified with CubeSat Aerospace avionics and comm systems
- Signal quality validated with beacon tracking and TLE-based pass prediction
Support & Warranty
Content:
- One-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects
- Technical support for setup, integration, and mission-specific ground pass planning