Satellites and subsystems > Power solutions > Solar Array Drive Assembly (SADA) > KARMA-4 TG Solar Array Drive Mechanism (SADM)
Key highlights
The Kongsberg KARMA-4 is a third generation (TG) Solar Array Drive Mechanism (SADM) designed for space applications.
It is customizable to meet the mission requirements and can be delivered with a slip ring or a twist capsule for the transfer of power and signals.
The product is mainly suitable to use in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) missions.
Key features
General:
- Long life for LEO and GEO applications
- All European components
- Configurable with different transfer units
- Accurate position feedback
Slip-ring configuration:
- Continuous rotation
- Power 6 kW
Twist-capsule configuration:
- ±177.5° rotation
- Flexible end stop location
- Optional end stop proximity feedback
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Last updated: 2025-02-10
KARMA-4 TG Solar Array Drive Mechanism (SADM)
Technical specs
mass
3.8 kg to 4.5 kg (depending on configuration)
diameter
< 200 mm
length
< 200 mm
operating temperature
-30 to 75 C
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