
Summary
A lightweight deorbiting system for use in Low Earth Orbit. It is most effective on orbits where atmospheric drag is nonexistent. PBM is capable of deorbiting up to 1000kg satellite from up to 1000km. As the module is lightweight and requires little power to work, it is excellent for deorbiting CubeSats also. Plasma Brake Module consists of a tether of required length on a roll, deployment system and control electronics.
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Last updated: 2020-09-29
Plasma Brake Module (PBM)
