Satellites and subsystems > Buses and platforms > 3U platforms > KRATOS 3U CUBESAT PLATFORM
Key highlights
The EXA KRATOS 3U Spacecraft bus is designed for CubeSat missions. It includes everything needed for the spacecraft to work and even comes with VTV tested, which can be integrated into the customer's payload and fly.
The bus is completely configurable: From a compact spacecraft core with a 2.5U space for large payloads, to a powerhouse containing up to 350W of power, and LASER communications at 10Mbps. It also consists of an onboard computer with pre-installed libraries, SDR Radio with integrated power amplifier, an EPS with 4 power rails, UMPPT Solar management coupled to a fast battery charger, and Deployable Multifunction Solar Arrays (DMSA).
It also has an automated deploy/release control to up to 4 devices, embedded monopole and dipole antennas from VHF to L band, embedded magnetorquers, temperature and sun sensors in all walls, ADCS control with integrated Z axis magnetorquer, high power batteries, and radiation hardened SSD.
Key features
- Custom configurable to fit tight budgets
- Room for 6 standard payload boards and 3 cameras
- USB 2.0 and I2C bus as standard
- LASER communications at 10Mbps are available as an option
- Embedded antennas, magnetorquers, temperature and sun sensors
- Includes ICEPS all-in-one OBC, EPS, SDR radio and ADCS systems
- The battery has temperature sensors, passive heater, and optional active heaters
- Automated release and deploy of panels, antennas, and room to control 2 more devices
- Designed for LEO missions and requirements
- Manufactured according to NASA and ESA space standards and materials
- Functional, performance, thermal bake out and vibration tests provided with documentation
- Compatible and compliant with standard deployers and CubeSat Standard
Flight heritage
TRL9 since 2013, 40+ missions
Export control
ITAR FREE, NO EXPORT CONTROL
Distributors
WWW.CUBESAT.MARKET
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Last updated: 2025-12-03
KRATOS 3U CUBESAT PLATFORM
list price: starts at 75,000 EUR
lead time: 8 to 16 wk
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