Design and Analysis of Optical Telescope Subsystem

Authors

  • Alper Şanlı National Defence University, Atatürk Strategic Studies and Graduate Institute, Department of Aerospace Engineering
  • Tuncay Yunus Erkeç National Defence University, Atatürk Strategic Studies and Graduate Institute, Department of Aerospace Engineering

Keywords:

CubeSat, Optical Subsystem, Telescope, Payload, Reflector

Abstract

In the realm of space exploration, there is a notable upsurge in advanced remote imaging systems, particularly in CubeSats, owing to their efficiency and increasing payload capacities. These small satellites now host various mission payloads, significantly enhancing remote sensing capabilities. Optical systems, especially those with reflector optical telescope subsystems, play a pivotal role in improving CubeSat image quality, enabling high-resolution remote sensing. This study delves into the operational mechanisms of these systems, providing examples of CubeSat payloads with detailed technical insights. A key focus is the design and analysis of a reflector optical telescope payload subsystem tailored for CubeSats. Results highlight the subsystem's effectiveness, offering valuable insights into optimizing CubeSat imaging capabilities. Ground analysis further validates its real-world performance. In summary, reflector optical telescope payload subsystem was designed for CubeSats, analysis results were obtained and ground analysis was performed.

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Author Biographies

Alper Şanlı, National Defence University, Atatürk Strategic Studies and Graduate Institute, Department of Aerospace Engineering

Alper Şanlı is graduated from the Yıldız Technical University, Department of Mechanical Engineering in 2019. He received his Master’s in Space Sciences, Satellite Technologies from National Defence University in 2022. He currently continues his PhD in Space Sciences from the National Defence University.

Tuncay Yunus Erkeç, National Defence University, Atatürk Strategic Studies and Graduate Institute, Department of Aerospace Engineering

Tuncay Yunus Erkeç is graduated from the Turkish Airforce Academy as an Electronic Engineer in 2003. He received his Master’s in Space Sciences and Technologies from Istanbul Technical University in 2017. He has graduated from PhD program in Space Sciences from the National Defence University. He is currently an associate professor in National Defence University.

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05-04-2024

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A. Şanlı and T. Y. Erkeç, “Design and Analysis of Optical Telescope Subsystem”, JAST, vol. 17, no. Special Issue, pp. 92–101, Apr. 2024.

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