The Caiman is a high-resolution, multispectral imager that is optimized for integration with a 6U CubeSat. Large high-speed data storage is integrated into the compact design. Brings the highest resolution possible to this form factor.
RGB
Spatial Resolution (GSD) at 500 km
3.25 m
Swath at 500 km
13 km
Mass (incl. electronics)
1.4 kg
Spectral Bands
Standard RGB
Imager Type
Snap shot
Physical Size
3U (100 mm x 100 mm x 250 mm with rear-mounted nCCM)
Data Format
8-bit or 10-bit
Integrated Mass Data Storage
128 Gigabytes
Compression
RAW or J2K lossless or lossy
Data Interface
LVDS, SpaceWire
TMTC Interface
SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422/ RS485
Power Usage
Imaging mode < 10 W
Readout mode < 4 W
Power Supply
5V DC
Operating Temperature
+10°C to +30°C
Survival Temperature
-20°C to +55°C
TRL
9
MULTISPECTRAL
Spatial Resolution (GSD) at 500 km
PAN 3.25 m; MS 6.5 m
Swath at 500 km
13 km
Mass (incl. electronics)
1.4 kg
Spectral Bands
11 x MS
Imager Type
Push broom
Physical Size
3U (100 mm x 100 mm x 250 mm with rear-mounted nCCM)
Data Format
10-bit or 12-bit
Integrated Mass Data Storage
128 Gigabytes
Compression
RAW or J2K lossless or lossy
Data Interface
LVDS, SpaceWire
TMTC Interface
SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422/ RS485
Power Usage
Imaging mode < 10 W
Readout mode < 4 W
Power Supply
5V DC
Operating Temperature
+10°C to +30°C
Survival Temperature
-20°C to +55°C
TRL
9