May 26, 2025
Astronomy Cast Ep. 757: CubeSats
By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay
Streamed live on May 19, 2025.
Computers are getting smaller, faster and more capable, which
has enabled an entirely mew class of satellites: CubeSats. A
mission small enough that you can hold it in your hands, and yet
powerful enough to even travel to other planets and send messages
home.
Every year, our electronics seem to get smaller and more
powerful, with today’s smart watches being more fully featured than
the computers Pamela and Fraser had as little kids. These tiny
processors, sensors, and transmitters are allowing tiny satellites
with powerful functionality, and today we take a look at how this
is changing space exploration.
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