JUICE mission tested optical fibers under cryogenic cycles to ensure performance for data transfer from Jupiter’s icy moons.
JUpiter ICy Moons Explorer (JUICE)
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Mars Curiosity Rover: Characterization of photodiodes at cryogenic temperatures
Mars Curiosity rover uses UV photodiodes to monitor surface radiation and support future mission planning.
Characterizarion of strain gages
Strain gages are tested in extreme temperatures and vacuum to assess deformation behavior in critical structures.
Testing angular sensors for space applications
Angular sensors tested for space: modular benches enable precise qualification under extreme temperature and vacuum conditions.
Mars 2020 SuperCam Calibration Target (SCCT)
Mars 2020 SuperCam calibration target—key for Mars rover imaging, mineral ID, and instrument health checks.
Angular Sensors: Types and space solution
Angular sensors enable precise position control in space mechanisms, with performance varying by technology and application.
Image Sensors characterization according to the EMVA 1288 standard
Image sensors convert photons into electronic signals, with key parameters like responsivity, SNR, and dark current analyzed.
Thermal Cycling in satellites: Innovative testing for space sensors
Thermal Cycling setup testing 20 solar sensors with 180 signals under controlled light for satellite constellations.
Pyrotechnic cable cutter at cryogenic temperature
Pyrotechnic cable cutter performance at cryogenic temperatures is crucial for reliability in extreme conditions.
Lunar regolith test onto COTS Optoelectronics
This article discusses the development of a specialized test setup by ALTER to evaluate the impact of lunar regolith on COTS optoelectronic components